How Common Is Achilles Tendinopathy In Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia? 

Achilles tendon damage occurs due to an excessive load applied to the Achilles’ tendon, either in a single episode or over time. Midportion and insertional Achilles tendinopathy have different prognoses and responses to treatment. Hence, it is essential to distinguish between the two diagnoses. Macroscopic discontinuity of a portion of the tendon is known as a partial tear or rupture. These tears do not occur in healthy tendon tissue and are common causes of ankle pain or foot pain in Malaysia. These tears are most likely found in a region with pre-existing pathology such as collagen fiber disarray, and they show increased blood supply without signs of tissue repair.

 What Are The Risk Factors In Developing Achilles’ tendinopathy?

There are a few risk factors that predispose patients to Achilles tendon injuries. People with years of running history are more likely to have chronic Achilles tendinopathy. A sudden increase in the intensity of activity, including distance, speed, and gradient of the movement may increase the risk of injury. A decrease in recovery time between training sessions may result in symptomatic Achilles tendon injury. A change of running surface or footwear with lower heeled spike or shoe with heel tab may cause damage to the Achilles’ tendon. Poor footwear with inadequate heel support will increase lateral flaring, and decrease forefoot flexibility, which puts more stress on the Achilles tendon. 

Poor muscle flexibility of the calf muscles, such as tight gastrocnemius, can increase the load applied to the tendon. People with excessive pronation will result in undue burden laid on gastrocnemius to supinate the foot for toe-off. Restricted dorsiflexion of the ankle or a weakness in the calf is the risk factor too. 

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