achilles tendon injury
exercise videos
As we get older (30+) the risk of Achilles tendon rupture goes up dramatically especially if we embark on high impact sporting activities such as running. It must be emphasised that the risk is still small but when recovering after any injury it is vital that when stretching or performing any exercise that there should be no pain. If any tenderness is elicited then stop and re commence P.R.I.C.E
Below are a selection of videos showing exercises that can be used when recovering from achilles tendon injury:
Eccentric exercise below is good to concentrate on in the early stage of recovery as it is none weightbearing.
The calf and achilles stretch below is an excellent stretch once recovery has been established
Both stretching regimes shown in real life