Achilles tendinitis history and symptoms

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Overview

Achilles tendinitis presents with pain on touching the tendon, soreness and swelling over the tendon.

Common Symptoms

Achilles tendinitis causes pain along the Achilles tendon and in the heel, especially when walking and running.

Symptoms may also include:

• Pain when the tendon is touched or moved
• Soreness and stiffness in the morning
• Swelling and/or warmth of the skin over the tendon
• Trouble standing on one toe