How to Identify Achilles Tendinitis and the AMIT Solution
Achilles tendinitis is an overuse injury that affects the Achilles tendon, the strong band of tissue connecting the calf muscles at the back of the lower leg to the heel bone. This condition is often caused by repetitive stress or strain on the tendon and can lead to chronic pain if left untreated.
On This Page:
- Causes of Achilles Tendinitis
- Symptoms and Signs of Achilles Tendinitis
- How AMIT Treats Achilles Tendinitis
Causes of Achilles Tendinitis
Achilles tendinitis typically develops from repeated stress on the tendon, particularly in athletes and individuals engaged in high-impact activities. Common causes include:
- Intense or Repetitive Strain: Overuse of the Achilles tendon, especially during activities like running, jumping, or sprinting.
- Sudden Increase in Activity Level: Rapidly increasing the intensity or frequency of exercise without proper conditioning can overload the tendon.
- Improper Footwear: Wearing shoes that lack proper support can contribute to tendon strain.
- Tight Calf Muscles: Limited flexibility in the calf muscles can increase tension on the Achilles tendon during activity.
- Compromised Nerve Supply From the Low Back: Vertebrae that are fixated due to falls and injuries to the lower back irritate the nerve roots, which affects the nerve control of calf muscles that attach to the Achilles tendon. The calf muscles weaken and cannot support the stress placed on them by active people.
Symptoms of Achilles Tendinitis
Achilles tendinitis may present with a range of symptoms, including:
- Mild Aches in the Back of the Leg: Pain or discomfort may occur after running or other sports activities, particularly in the area just above the heel.
- Morning Stiffness: Episodes of severe tenderness and stiffness in the Achilles tendon, especially upon waking.
- Swelling and Tenderness: The area around the tendon may become swollen, tender, and painful to touch.
- Limited Range of Motion: Difficulty flexing the foot or standing on your toes due to pain.
- Pain: Where the Achilles Tendon attaches to the heel is painful.
AMIT Treatment for Achilles Tendinitis
What Happens During Achilles Tendinitis?
Achilles tendinitis occurs when the Achilles tendon, which is composed of the medial and lateral gastrocnemius and soleus muscles, becomes irritated and inflamed. Over time, excessive load on these muscles without proper neurological activation leads to muscle inhibition. When the muscles cannot contract efficiently, the tendinous attachments begin to break down, resulting in pain and, if left untreated, can progress to a tendon rupture.
How Does AMIT Help?
Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (AMIT) is designed to address the root cause of Achilles tendinitis by reactivating the inhibited calf muscles, restoring proper neurological control and muscle function. By re-establishing muscle balance and relieving tension on the Achilles tendon, AMIT helps prevent further damage and accelerates healing.
This method addresses the pain associated with Achilles tendinitis and prevents the condition from becoming chronic or leading to tendon rupture.
Steps to Take If You Have Achilles Tendinitis
- Rest and Compress: Wrap the painful ankle to reduce the swelling.
- Call an A.M.I.T doctor: An A.M.I.T. doctor can clear achilles tendonitis in as little as two treatments.
- Modify Activity: Decrease stress on the ankle. Avoid high-impact exercises until treated.
- Rehabilitation: Following AMIT treatment, we will guide you through exercises to improve flexibility, and function of the calf muscles.
- Have gait evaluated: Get properly fitting footwear.
Why Choose AMIT for Achilles Tendinitis?
- Non-Invasive Treatment: AMIT provides a proven natural, innovative approach to correcting Achilles tendinitis.
- Faster Recovery: By addressing muscle inhibition, AMIT promotes quicker recovery and healing.
- Prevents Tendon Rupture: By restoring proper muscle function, AMIT reduces the risk of tendon rupture and long-term complications.
If you're suffering from Achilles tendinitis, contact Advanced Muscle Integration Clinic in Salt Lake City, UT for professional, effective treatment using Advanced Muscle Integration Technique. Our team of experts can help you recover and return to your favorite activities without pain.
Call us today at 801.544.2355 or fill out our online form to schedule a consultation.
