ACHILLES TENDINOPATHY: REHABILITATION

Course overview

The Achilles tendon is a band of fibrous tissue that connects the heel to the calf muscles of the lower leg. Achilles tendinopathy (AT; also known as Achilles tendinitis) may occur as a result of an injury that causes inflammation and can eventually lead to tendon wasting and degeneration (i.e., tendinosis). This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of current knowledge about rehabilitation for Achilles tendinopathy, including evidence-based information on risk, symptoms, clinical presentation, and treatment goals for the healthcare provider to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.