Haglund’s deformity treatment focuses on reducing pressure at the back of the heel, calming irritated soft tissues, and rebuilding Achilles load tolerance with a structured rehabilitation plan. At Sydney Physio Clinic, we often see this presentation in people who notice a firm “bump” on the back of the heel that becomes painful in rigid shoes, after long walks, or during running…
The plantaris hypothesis suggests that a thickened plantaris tendon can compress the Achilles. This might lead to stress, inflammation, or degenerative change.
Frequently A Grey Haired Weekend Warrior Injury An achilles tendon rupture is a fairly common injury where the peak incidence of injury occurs in individuals aged 30-50 yrs old. The cause of injury is commonly the result of playing recreational sports where an achilles tendon rupture is an injury renowned in the medical world for… Read More >
Achilles Pain Is A Common Reason People See A Physio Treatment for Achilles pain is one of the most common reasons people seek our assistance at Sydney Physio Clinic and the good news is that with most minor to moderate Achilles tendon complaints the pain will settle given time, responding well to physiotherapy treatment. The… Read More >
Question Time Regarding The Achilles Tendon I was recently interviewed by a high school student for a project they were doing regarding the Achilles tendon. They asked some good questions, which I did my best to answer from my clinical experience. Some of the questions I thought may be of interest to others, so I… Read More >
