Chronic Achilles Tendonitis - Cause, Treatment, & Impact on Recovery

Sports physio Maryke Louw discusses the causes, treatment, and recovery process for chronic Achilles tendonitis, also known as Achilles tendinopathy.She breaks down what it means when Achilles pain persists for over a year, why chronic pain doesn't always reflect the severity of the injury, and how proper treatment can still lead to full recovery.The episode also covers common mistakes in rehab, how activity levels and pain sensitivity impact recovery, and practical strategies for managing and overcoming long-term Achilles issues.🌟Need help with your injury? You’re welcome to consult one of the team at TMA online via video call for an assessment of your Achilles injury and a tailored treatment plan. 📽️ Other videos mentioned in this episode:▶️ Persistent/Chronic Achilles Pain? How Understanding Pain Can Help▶️ Achilles Tendonitis Treatment - Pain vs. Scan Results ▶️ Achilles Tendonitis Treatments - The Good, the Bad, and the Useless▶️ Exercises For Achilles Tendonitis/Tendinopathy - What, When, How Often? 📚Chapters in this episode:00:00:00 Introduction00:00:00 Is it "tendonitis" or "tendinopathy?"00:01:42 Severity of injury00:04:36 Is it permanent?00:04:59 What causes chronic Achilles tendonitis?00:15:19 Our treatment approach00:17:57 How we can help