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This is an over-use injury affecting the Achilles tendon, which runs down the back of the lower leg to the heel. Athletes, joggers, runners and other sports people are most commonly affected. A high heel tab on running shoes as well as improper training/ insufficient warming-up may aggravate it. Athletes over 35 are more prone to this injury due to impaired blood-flow to this tendon.
Symptoms Initially, pain is experienced first thing in the morning or after activity. Symptoms may progress to unrelenting pain. The area will be hot and inflamed and may be swollen. Pain will increase when standing on tip-toe.
