Re: calcification of the achillies tendon

Many people have Achilles Insertion Calcific Tendinosis (AICT)

Many people have calcification of the Achilles tendon and it does not hurt. We must be sure that is the problem and not just an incidental finding on an x-ray.

Sometimes a heel lift helps, sometimes immobilization or physical therapy and sometimes surgery is indicated. Each patient must be evaluated on an individual basis. I can not suggest anything specific since I have not examined her.

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Posted By Vivian Abrams DPM on February 26, 2006 at 21:33:38:

In Reply to: calcification of the achillies tendon posted by mae lewis on February 25, 2006 at 15:13:17:
The Shin Splint Compression Wrap applies gentle pressure on soft tissue next to the tibia (shin bone), helping prevent additional tearing of the soft tissue away from the tibia. Compression not only reduces additional damage, it alleviates pain and enhances the healing process.

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