Achilles Tendinopathy – Part 2
Mid-portion vs insertional achilles tendinopathy Achilles tendinopathy can be described as mid-portion or insertional tendinopathy. What differentiates these two classifications is simply the location at which the tendon is affected. Insertional Achilles tendinopathy is characterised by pain at the back of the heel bone where the tendon attaches to the calcaneus. It will often feel […]
Achilles Tendinopathy – Part 1
What is Achilles Tendinopathy? The incidence of Achilles tendinopathy has been gradually increasing over the last decade. Greater numbers of the population are taking up running and aerobic activities to improve their health and fitness. Achilles tendinopathy is an injury to the Achilles tendon, whereby it has been subjected to excessive amounts of load over […]
Cuboid Syndrome?
Pain on the outside of your foot? It could be Cuboid syndrome.Geelong Podiatrist Jane Astbury discusses this unique condition. What is Cuboid syndrome? Cuboid syndrome is a common cause of pain on the outside of your foot and is often misdiagnosed. Symptoms of Cuboid syndrome arise due to a subluxation (mild dislocation) of the cuboid […]