Symptoms of Achilles tendon bursitis

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Bursitis above Achilles tendon is the result of abnormal heel position and function. Retroachilles bursitis is most common in young women, but it can also occur in men. Because the heel is easy to move in the position of varus in the whole step cycle, it excessively compresses the soft tissue between the outer and posterior side of calcaneus and the upper of shoes (forming a hard cocoon at the heel). This side of the calcaneus becomes protuberant and easy to touch, which is often mistaken for exostosis.

Symptoms of Achilles tendon bursitis

In the early stage, only a small erythema with mild hardening and tenderness was seen on the posterior and upper part of the heel. The patient often pasted adhesive tape here to relieve the pressure of the shoes. When the inflamed bursa increased, a painful red mass appeared on the Achilles tendon.

Use foam rubber pad or felt pad to lift the heel to remove the oppression of the upper. In order to control abnormal heel movement, shoe orthosis is needed. In a small number of patients, lengthening the upper or removing the heel suture can reduce inflammation, and placing the cushion around the bursa can reduce compression. Oral NSAIDs can relieve symptoms temporarily. Infiltration injection of soluble corticosteroids and local anesthetics can reduce inflammation. Posterolateral calcaneal resection may be necessary if conservative treatment is ineffective.

Due to long-term continuous compression and friction, it can cause congestion, edema and serous exudation of Achilles tendon and bursa, which can lead to fibrous hyperplasia, adhesion, thickening of bursa wall, adhesion around Achilles tendon and other symptoms.

matters needing attention

Achilles tendon bursitis eat what food is good for the body: should eat blood stasis, aromatic resuscitation food, such as Panax notoginseng, hawthorn, agastache, Allium macrostemon, shepherd's purse and so on. In addition, it's a good choice to eat more fresh vegetables, fruits and beans. Usually, you should avoid fried, barbecued, salty and sweet foods. In the late stage of the disease, it is advisable to eat nutritious food such as tonifying qi and blood, nourishing liver and kidney, such as grapes, black beans, medlar, longan, turtle meat, etc., and avoid spicy, fishy and greasy food, as well as products stimulated by tobacco and alcohol.