“My husband has been diagnosed with Achilles Tendonitis. Can this be treated with physical therapy?”

Yes. It needs to be strengthened. Also he probably has other things impairing it's function Thank you for trusting us, Dr. Santiago Osorio, PT, DPT, OCS, CKTP Physical Therapist/Clinical Director 2424 Vista Way, ste 120 Oceanside, CA 92054 santiago@breakthroughsdphysicaltherapy.com 551-574-7459 Mobile 760-696-3358 Office 760-696-3368 Fax An innovative family-friendly Physical Therapy clinic www.breakthroughsdphysicaltherapy.com The information contained in this transmission may contain privileged and confidential information, including patient information protected by federal and state privacy laws. It is intended only for the use of the person(s) named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination, distribution, or duplication of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply email and destroy all copies of the original message.

Yes. Physical therapy is quite effective for this condition.

The short answer is yes.

Yes

Yes, you want to look for a physical therapist that specializes in the lower leg.

Yes, it will definitely help.

This condition most definitely can be treated with physical therapy. He should be able to recover somewhat quickly with manual therapy, eccentric strengthening, and biomechanics training for improving movement patterns.

Hi,

Achilles Tendonitis can cause a lot of disability and pain. If you have a loss of range of motion, limping, and pain, get it checked out! You might look into physical therapy. A trained PT can help with pain reduction, prescribing the right exercises for your hubby and relieve pain.

Absolutely. Physical therapy is likely the best treatment option.