{"id":147,"date":"2025-06-23T10:05:42","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T10:05:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.barnaclinic.com\/blog\/traumatologia\/?p=147"},"modified":"2025-06-23T10:05:42","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T10:05:42","slug":"achilles-tendon-injuries-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.barnaclinic.com\/blog\/traumatologia\/en\/achilles-tendon-injuries-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Achilles tendon injuries: causes, symptoms and treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Achilles tendon<\/strong>, the longest and strongest tendon in the human body, plays a key role in everyday movements like walking, climbing stairs, or standing on tiptoe. However, its constant functional demand also makes it one of the most vulnerable tendons to injury. When Achilles tendon pain<\/strong> appears, it is important to act early to avoid complications such as chronic inflammation<\/strong>, rupture<\/strong>, or loss of function.<\/p>\n

Dr. Daniel Poggio<\/strong><\/a>, specialist in traumatology and foot and ankle surgery<\/a><\/strong> at barnacl\u00ednic+, offers in this article a clear and comprehensive guide to Achilles tendon injuries<\/strong>, their treatment and recovery.<\/p>\n

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Why does the Achilles tendon get injured?<\/h2>\n

The Achilles tendon<\/strong> connects the calf muscles to the heel and can withstand forces up to 12 times the body weight during running. This is why injuries from overuse, excessive strain or repeated microtrauma are common, especially in active individuals or athletes.<\/p>\n

Other contributing factors include aging, poor sports technique, inappropriate footwear or lack of stretching. These can lead to Achilles tendinitis<\/strong>, an inflamed Achilles tendon<\/strong>, or even a partial or complete rupture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Symptoms of an Achilles tendon injury<\/h2>\n

Achilles tendon injuries may appear suddenly or progressively. The most common symptoms include:<\/p>\n