File name: Exercises For Achilles Tendonitis Pdf

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Exercises For Achilles Tendonitis Pdf

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Types: Ankle Braces · Machine Wash · Non Slip. In-House Product Design · Easy Returns & Exchanges · 1 Million+ Braces SoldTypes: Knee Braces, Back Braces, Abdominal Supports, Ankle Braces, Foot & Toe Supports. Learn how to prevent and treat Achilles tendinitis with these exercises that stretch and strengthen the calf muscles and tendon. Download the PDF file for detailed instructions and illustrations. EXERCISE STEPS: 1. Stand at the edge of the stairs. 2. Bend the unaffected limb at the knee and do not put any weight on it. 3. Keeping the knee straight of the injured limb, lower your heel slowly as low as possible (eccentric contraction). 4. Using the uninjured limb, come back up to your starting position. 5. Exercises can help improve Achilles tendon pain considerably but require a lot of regular practice in order for them to have an effect. Some people find it helpful to make a note in a diary or on a calendar to keep track. It takes months of exercise for the tendon to change long-term. strengthening exercises: isometric inversion/eversion, 2 sets of 10 repetitions with ankle at 20° of plantarflexion; toe curls with towel and weight; hamstring curls in prone with boot on for resistance, 2 sets of 10 repetitions.