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Subject: Lingering Achilles soreness
Little history, never a runner, swimmer or biker, that about covers it!

In August I decided that the next season (2014) I wanted to complete two tris (sprint distance) so starts the training. Started running slowly about a mile or so with about a 10:30 pace. Feeling really good through August and got up to 3 miles at about a 9:30 pace into the first few days of Oct. Running 3 - 4 days a week, then on the last hill before home on a 3.3 mile run (same comfortable pace) I feel a tightness in the Achilles but finish the last .3 . The "soreness" stuck around but nothing terrible. Tried to run after 2 days rest and made it to the end of the driveway and about feel over! No pop but seriously tender and now I notice a little swollen. After advice from here and good friends I take the next 4 weeks off. Start slowly again 1 mile 10 min pace and feels fine. Get back up to the 3.3 at 9:30 pace and still feels good. I am noticing now that in the mornings and after being in the car for awhile its really stiff and a little sore. As soon as I stretch / start to move around it goes away. Never any pain running or swimming. So my question, do I take more time off or is it a case of "it is what it is"?

Sorry so long... Thoughts BT?


2013-11-18 12:35 PM
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Subject: RE: Lingering Achilles soreness

In 2010 I developed pain and swelling in my left Achilles.  Tried resting it for several weeks, but it didn't improve, so went to my doctor who referred me to an orthopedic surgeon.  I was diagnosed with degenerative Achilles tendinosis with some mircro tearing. I ended up in a walking boot for several months, followed by some PT. 

I still get some occasional soreness, but it's been pretty good since then.

I think my problem was partially triggered by some ill-fitting shoes, so I'm very careful about that now.  I also worked at modifying my running form by shortening my stride and increasing my cadence.

In the mornings I walk for about a 1/4 mile to loosen up before starting to run and then walk for a 1/2 mile afterwards to cool down.

Achilles are slow to heal due to the lack of blood flow to the tendon.  I've been told that if doesn't feel better after about six weeks, then you should see a doctor.

Good luck.

Mark

 

 

2013-11-24 10:42 PM
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Subject: RE: Lingering Achilles soreness
I have had two bouts of Achilles tendonitis in the past, one on each side. First off, this is a slow recovery issue. Trying to rush it is a sure fire way to the operating table.

Make sure to warm up properly. Talk to a good PT for Achilles specific stretches. At the first sign of pain back off. Trying to tough it out can be disastrous. Finally use a foam roller along the entire tendon. It will help with blood flow and keep things loose.

Good luck.
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