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Achilles tendinopathy: a guide for general practice.

Achilles tendinopathy is characterised by pain, swelling, and stiffness of the Achilles tendon. The midportion of the tendon is usually affected (75%) and less commonly, the insertion in the calcaneus (25%). It is most frequently seen in athletes, with a lifetime prevalence of 52% noted in elite runners. Conversely, a sedentary lifestyle is reported in one-third of patients with Achilles tendinopathy. The mean age has been reported as between 30–60 years.1

Patients describe stiffness after inactivity and a …