How long does it take to heal Achilles tendinitis?

How long does it take to cure radicular tendonitis is the primary concern of many patients, and whether it will leave a root of the disease and affect their future life. First of all, we need to understand the specific location and function of the Achilles tendon. It is an extension of the gastrocnemius tendon and is located at the back of the foot. It assists in the extension, contraction, external rotation and adduction of the foot, helping the body to perform movements such as jumping and running. The occurrence and prevention of inflammation here must be taken seriously. Let’s take a look together with the editor below!

1) Many patients do not take the disease seriously in the early stages.

Through rest or simple treatment (oral medication, foot bath, topical spray, ointment), the symptoms disappear or are alleviated, so further treatment is given up. In fact, the damaged Achilles tendon has not fully recovered, and the patient continues to exercise, resulting in the disease continuing to progress unknowingly. When the disease relapses next time, the condition will gradually worsen and will not be as easy to treat as before, and it will slowly become a chronic disease.

2) Not paying attention to diagnosis.

Many patients have symptoms suspected of Achilles tendinitis, but never go to the hospital for necessary confirmatory tests. Therefore, many patients have suffered from Achilles tendonitis for a long time (some for several years), but still don’t know whether they have Achilles tendonitis. I advise everyone to go to the hospital for a check-up and do a CT scan of the Achilles tendon, or preferably an MRI. It is necessary to confirm that it is Achilles tendonitis or know the extent of Achilles tendonitis before further symptomatic treatment.

3) The location of Achilles tendinitis is quite special.

Achilles tendonitis usually occurs near the heel, and the foot needs to bear greater pressure when walking. The pressure will inevitably irritate the Achilles tendon, causing strain and affecting the recovery of the Achilles tendon. Of course, when the repair speed is faster than the strain, things will get better.

4) The sebum in the tissue near the Achilles tendon is thicker.

The sebum of the tissue near the Achilles tendon is thicker and has fewer pores, which causes the effective ingredients of the topical plaster to penetrate very slowly and in smaller amounts. The treatment of Achilles tendonitis is difficult and requires long-term application of topical medication in contact with the skin. You can also choose a cream-based ointment such as Lexiu Heel Pain Cream, which has strong penetration and good absorption.

5) The patient lacks confidence.

Many patients, after several repeated treatments, have not been cured, or there are no cases of complete cure around them, and they believe that Achilles tendonitis is truly an incurable disease. Generally, treatment is abandoned after several unsuccessful attempts. In fact, many people miss the best time for treatment, and it turns into chronic Achilles tendonitis, which prolongs the treatment cycle and makes them more and more discouraged.

6) The patient lacks patience.

More than 90% of patients with Achilles tendonitis generally seek a quick cure, or a secret recipe or special method when they first suffer from Achilles tendonitis, hoping that it can be cured within 10 days or half a month. If you let him receive treatment for several months in a row, it would be unbearable or unacceptable for them. Many people give up treatment if conservative treatment does not work for 1-2 months. I would like to advise everyone that if you have Achilles tendonitis, you must learn to be "calm", be patient in treatment, and be mentally prepared to undergo treatment and rest for half a year to a year, otherwise your Achilles tendonitis will be difficult to heal.

7) Eager to “come back”.

Many people are eager to "return" to sports after their Achilles tendonitis symptoms have eased after a little treatment or even a short rest. Many people not only do strenuous exercises such as running and jumping, but some also have to engage in training. It's too hasty! Achilles tendonitis has not yet healed completely. Even if your Achilles tendon has no feeling after treatment, you still need to do rehabilitation exercises step by step, and it will take at least several months of rest and recovery. If you rush, your unhealed Achilles tendon will be damaged again, making the injury more serious.