Great advice. I have been running in barefoot shoes and zero drop shoes from Altra like the lone peaks and I picked up tendonpathy. I did exactly what you recommend with a mixture of heel to toe drop heights in my running and its really helped it.
I have Achilles pain on my right foot but i found the New Balance 878 to be the perfect and most comfortable pair of sneaker/running shoes of all. I can walk around the city and stand all day with minimal to no pain at all. I highly recommend it.
I need help. I'm in my early 40's for context. I'm not sure what's going on with me. For the last 20 years I ran casually on thick Nike Air Max. About 5 years ago I started running much more often and I started to develop knee pain. I had my foot scanned at a store and they gave me New Balance 880 V13, which I guess is a neutral shoe. I trained hard in these shoes. Crossfit for an hour, then lifting for an hour, then a 2.5 mile run. 5 days/week. It was brilliant. I got a 6 pack and looked incredible. Then achilles pain started. So I stopped running until it went away. Lost my 6 pack. Totally depressed about that. So now, when I run my lower calves lock up after 1.5 miles. Every time. Literally 1.5 miles. And my achilles doesn't hurt when I run, but it hurts later that night, especially when I'm trying to sleep. I'm thinking about buying a thicker shoe, like the ASICS GLIDERIDE. But I don't know if shoes will actually help.TMI here but it's really hard to sleep and exhaust myself without running, it's been really difficult
Once the Achilles is injured, it actually loses some of it's strength so you can't fix the issue by just changing shoes. You have to also do rehab exercises to strengthen it back up. We have a video that is due to come out tomorrow that explains this in more detail but you would really benefit from having your injury assessed and following a rehab plan. If you wanted more specific rehab advice and help with getting back to your normal activities, this is something that our team of physios can help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.treatmyachilles.com/
I was walking in boots I had worn many times before. Could not understand why I got mid range tendonitis in my right calf until I did more research and discovered it was probably due to me getting older and my calf muscles getting weaker. I am currently still healing but also trying to find ways to strengthen my calves and all leg muscles for future walks.
What effect does a plated shoe vs non-plated have on achilles load? I was running exclusively in a plated shoe (saucony endorphin pro) for a few months when my overuse caused achilles tendinopathy- could the shoes have contributed to the injury development? Thanks!
The question is does the hoka bondi rub the tendon? Because high-top shoes from asics like cumulus, gt 12, or hoka clifford rubbed my tendon and created friction between the tendon and the edge of the shoe what shoes do you recommend? I noticed that shoes with harder soles on the heel do not create friction on the tendon, those with soft soles on the heel create friction on the tendon, the pain started when I was looking for wide shoes and I found something like this only in runnings schop shoes to choose from, but they rub the tendon due to the sole that is soft on the heels, what shoes do to choose ? I don't run, I only need it for walking
There is really no one-size-fits-all answer to that question because it will very much depend on the shape of your foot and also your legs to an extent. So putting them on and walking up and down in the shop is the best way to figure it out.
If your shoe is too soft it: 1. gives more with each step so the tendon has to work harder to return energy 2. It can cause your foot to move more from side to side which for some people can increase issues like overpronation or supination which can increase strain on the tendon. But every person is different - this advice is just what works for most.
I guess a similar principle applies for trail shoes? Also would I be right in saying that when tackling a hill the position of your foot going uphill kind of reduces the protection effect of the heal stack? I hadn’t done any hill or speed work since early in the year due to my problem then thought I was ready and tried a bit the other day and it’s a bit angry again (lump swelled up again) this also happens if I run with my trail shoes
We can't recommend specific shoes - it will depend on your own biomechanics etc. But a shoe that is not too squishy (so bit supportive) and has a heel that is slightly higher than the toes is usually best.
Hi..i play basketball twice a week only because of haglunds deformity pain..i just got a new move game day insoles..any recommendations to play pain free? Tysm
You will likely find that shoes make very little difference to your pain because basketball is such an explosive sport that works the Achilles tendon hard. So if it is injured basketball will always irritate it. The way to play pain free is to first take time out to do your rehab and strengthen your tendon and then go back to playing basketball.
I've been wearing a 12mm drop shoe for several years. I just found an athletic shoe that I really like, roomy and comfortable and puts no pressure on the back of my heel. But what worries me is the heel drop is on 4mm. I have Insertional AT. Would you advise against a 4mm shoe with IAT? Thanks.
What about shoes to simply walk for insertion Achilles tendonpathy? I'm about 6-7 weeks into this injury and it's gotten better but I still have very bad calf cramps when I walk around the house with my soft Adidas shoes. 😢
I used to get terrible cramp in my calves and feet until I started using Apple Cider Vinegar. I wasnt taking it for that so it was a complete but very welcome surprise. I actually now enjoy flexing my feet which would have triggered the cramp and nothing happens. Its brilliant.
Great advice. I have been running in barefoot shoes and zero drop shoes from Altra like the lone peaks and I picked up tendonpathy. I did exactly what you recommend with a mixture of heel to toe drop heights in my running and its really helped it.
How did TH-cam know i needed this video right now
Because achilles injuries are common ?😂
I asked the same question
Excellent advice as always for insertion Achilles. Point is running takes time until Achilles is cured so can think of it later
I have Achilles pain on my right foot but i found the New Balance 878 to be the perfect and most comfortable pair of sneaker/running shoes of all. I can walk around the city and stand all day with minimal to no pain at all. I highly recommend it.
Thanks for sharing!
The higher heel drop helpes me a lot! I'm using brooks adreneline gts. I was using an 8mm and having archiles pain.
Thank you for sharing!
I got Achilles tendinitis from low-drop shoes, but after switching back to New Balance 990s, it’s improving. Yes, they’re expensive!
Top notch as usual. Thanks!
I need help. I'm in my early 40's for context. I'm not sure what's going on with me. For the last 20 years I ran casually on thick Nike Air Max. About 5 years ago I started running much more often and I started to develop knee pain. I had my foot scanned at a store and they gave me New Balance 880 V13, which I guess is a neutral shoe. I trained hard in these shoes. Crossfit for an hour, then lifting for an hour, then a 2.5 mile run. 5 days/week. It was brilliant. I got a 6 pack and looked incredible. Then achilles pain started. So I stopped running until it went away. Lost my 6 pack. Totally depressed about that. So now, when I run my lower calves lock up after 1.5 miles. Every time. Literally 1.5 miles. And my achilles doesn't hurt when I run, but it hurts later that night, especially when I'm trying to sleep. I'm thinking about buying a thicker shoe, like the ASICS GLIDERIDE. But I don't know if shoes will actually help.TMI here but it's really hard to sleep and exhaust myself without running, it's been really difficult
Once the Achilles is injured, it actually loses some of it's strength so you can't fix the issue by just changing shoes. You have to also do rehab exercises to strengthen it back up. We have a video that is due to come out tomorrow that explains this in more detail but you would really benefit from having your injury assessed and following a rehab plan.
If you wanted more specific rehab advice and help with getting back to your normal activities, this is something that our team of physios can help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.treatmyachilles.com/
I was walking in boots I had worn many times before. Could not understand why I got mid range tendonitis in my right calf until I did more research and discovered it was probably due to me getting older and my calf muscles getting weaker. I am currently still healing but also trying to find ways to strengthen my calves and all leg muscles for future walks.
What effect does a plated shoe vs non-plated have on achilles load? I was running exclusively in a plated shoe (saucony endorphin pro) for a few months when my overuse caused achilles tendinopathy- could the shoes have contributed to the injury development? Thanks!
The question is does the hoka bondi rub the tendon? Because high-top shoes from asics like cumulus, gt 12, or hoka clifford rubbed my tendon and created friction between the tendon and the edge of the shoe what shoes do you recommend? I noticed that shoes with harder soles on the heel do not create friction on the tendon, those with soft soles on the heel create friction on the tendon, the pain started when I was looking for wide shoes and I found something like this only in runnings schop shoes to choose from, but they rub the tendon due to the sole that is soft on the heels, what shoes do to choose ? I don't run, I only need it for walking
There is really no one-size-fits-all answer to that question because it will very much depend on the shape of your foot and also your legs to an extent. So putting them on and walking up and down in the shop is the best way to figure it out.
Do you have any examples of shoes which are high heel/firmer for someone with mid-portion tendinopathy?
Interesting, i would've thought softer shoes would be more suitable. What's the logic with firmer shoes working better?
If your shoe is too soft it:
1. gives more with each step so the tendon has to work harder to return energy
2. It can cause your foot to move more from side to side which for some people can increase issues like overpronation or supination which can increase strain on the tendon.
But every person is different - this advice is just what works for most.
@@TreatMyAchilles Got it, thank you, and to confirm does this apply to both mid portion and insertional Achilles issues?
I guess a similar principle applies for trail shoes? Also would I be right in saying that when tackling a hill the position of your foot going uphill kind of reduces the protection effect of the heal stack? I hadn’t done any hill or speed work since early in the year due to my problem then thought I was ready and tried a bit the other day and it’s a bit angry again (lump swelled up again) this also happens if I run with my trail shoes
Zig zag!!!!
Would you recommend Adidas Ultra Boost shoes.
We can't recommend specific shoes - it will depend on your own biomechanics etc. But a shoe that is not too squishy (so bit supportive) and has a heel that is slightly higher than the toes is usually best.
Hi..i play basketball twice a week only because of haglunds deformity pain..i just got a new move game day insoles..any recommendations to play pain free? Tysm
You will likely find that shoes make very little difference to your pain because basketball is such an explosive sport that works the Achilles tendon hard. So if it is injured basketball will always irritate it. The way to play pain free is to first take time out to do your rehab and strengthen your tendon and then go back to playing basketball.
I've been wearing a 12mm drop shoe for several years. I just found an athletic shoe that I really like, roomy and comfortable and puts no pressure on the back of my heel. But what worries me is the heel drop is on 4mm. I have Insertional AT. Would you advise against a 4mm shoe with IAT? Thanks.
What about shoes to simply walk for insertion Achilles tendonpathy? I'm about 6-7 weeks into this injury and it's gotten better but I still have very bad calf cramps when I walk around the house with my soft Adidas shoes. 😢
Adidas are often too flexible and don’t give enough support. A more supportive sports shoe that has a bit of a heel on them usually works best.
@@TreatMyAchilles I got New Balance shoes with insoles in them and they are fantastic! I can somewhat walk again 😄
@@TreatMyAchilles still a few weeks away from walking normal though lol
I used to get terrible cramp in my calves and feet until I started using Apple Cider Vinegar. I wasnt taking it for that so it was a complete but very welcome surprise. I actually now enjoy flexing my feet which would have triggered the cramp and nothing happens. Its brilliant.