2019年2月27日 · Have you noticed a painful lump in your Achilles tendon? That lump is a tell-tale sign that you’ve likely got Achilles tendonitis or tendinopathy. In this article, I explain what happens to your tendon when you injure it and why it develops this lump.

Discover the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for a lump on the Achilles tendon. Our comprehensive guide provides all the information you need.

2024年9月9日 · Ominous lumps on your Achilles tendon can signal various conditions, from Haglund's deformity to tendon nodules. Discover causes, symptoms, and effective podiatric treatments.

2024年5月22日 · A lump in the Achilles tendon can indicate Achilles tendinitis, a condition caused by tendon overuse and stress. Treatment options include rest, physical therapy, and wearing supportive shoes. Proper treatment is crucial to prevent complications such …

The condition you have called Achilles' tendinopathy is characterized by a painful thickness in the mid-portion of the Achilles' tendon. If this problem has been present for more than three months, then it is considered a chronic problem.

You may notice that a lump forms on your Achilles tendon after an acute tendon tear due to the inflammation and swelling. The swelling can occur across the ankle, and it won’t be localized around one point.

2023年10月10日 · Both degenerative and inflammatory changes of the Achilles tendon can occur, sometimes leading to tendinopathy. Inflammation can begin suddenly after an injury or more gradually as a result of wear and tear. Characteristics of this condition include focal tendon enlargement, with or without neovascularity and partial tearing.

The vast majority of lumps on your Achilles are due to Achilles Tendonitis (now called Achilles Tendinopathy). Other causes may include an Achilles tendon tear if the mechanism was sudden, or very rarely a tumour (these will mostly be benign).

2024年3月6日 · With Achilles tendinitis, overuse of your Achilles tendon causes swelling, irritation and inflammation. You can get Achilles tendinitis by being active on your feet. It’s usually not related to a specific injury — it happens because of stressing your tendon repeatedly.

2023年12月15日 · It's common to get a lump on your Achilles tendon after you hurt it. Sometimes this is due to swelling, and can be a sign of moderate Achilles tendinitis. If it's been there for a while, it...