Heel-pain from Achilles Tendonitis is an inflammation condition that Senior Health Stores can help you treat with night splints, heel cups, and ankle supports.

Heel Cups	Night Splints	Arch Supports	Stretch-EZ

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Heel Pain — Achilles Tendonitis

What is Achilles Tendonitis?

Achilles tendonitis is a common exertion injury that often happens to middle-age and senior people during sport activities. The overuse of the tendon causes inflammation that can lead to pain and swelling or in some cases can lead to small tendon tears that make it susceptible to rupture. As people age, tendons, like other tissues in the body, become less flexible, more rigid, and more susceptible to injury.

Senior Health Stores Achilles Tendonitis Treatment Solutions:

The best treatment of Achilles tendonitis is prevention. Stretching the Achilles tendon before exercise and when you first get up in the morning will help to maintain flexibility in the ankle joint. Problems with foot mechanics can also be treated with:

• Heel cups—A heel wedge can be inserted into the shoe to minimize the stress on the Achilles tendon. These can be placed in both athletic shoes and work shoes;

  GEL Med-Recovery Heel Cup Traditional Design Cushions and lift heel to reduce stretch on Achilles Tendon to reduce pain of Achilles tendonitis; Medium-density silicone efficiently absorbs impact and recovers quickly; Retains shape – will not deform or degrade with use; and Washable and reusable.

  GEL Med-Recovery Heel Cup

  FP-5000-S

  $29.95 pair

  Sizes Small Medium Large

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  Bell-Horn Heel Protector protects Achilles tendon from excessive pressure while wearing shoes or sleeping. Cushions and lift heel to reduce stretch on Achilles Tendon to reduce pain of Achilles tendonitis; Medium-density silicone efficiently absorbs impact and recovers quickly; Retains shape – will not deform or degrade with use; and Washable and reusable.

  Bell-Horn Heel Protector

  HEP-E0191

  $15.95

  Sizes Universal

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  Bell-Horn Compressive Ankle Support controls edema and protects Achilles tendonitis.

  Bell-Horn Compressive Ankle Support

  HEP-L1901

  $13.95

  Sizes Sm (7.5 - 8") Med (8 - 9") Lrg (9 - 10") X-L (10 - 11")

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• Night Splints for heel and ankle stabilization while sleeping;

  The DARCO Body Armor® Night Splint is the only night splint on the market today that actively engages the windlass mechanism of the foot resulting in a specific and sustained stretch to the plantar fascia and a sustained low load stretch to the flexor tendons, Achilles tendon, and calf muscles. One size fits all Design

  DARCO Body Armor® Night Splint

  FP-DBAS

  $59.99

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  Fascitis / Achilles Tendonitis Night Splint has been designed to hold the foot in a neutral position during sleep, thereby helping to alleviate the morning pain and discomfort associated with Achilles tendonitis. Also may be used for virtually any other condition where stabilization of the ankle in a neutral position is desired. Helps to relieve Achilles tendonitis. Other indications are: Severe ankle sprains, Plantar fascitis/repairs, foot drop/ neurological deficits, stroke patients, muscular strains as well as sore heal/heal pain.

  Night Splint

  HEP-L4398

  $49.99

  Sizes Small / Medium Large / X-Large

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• Arch supports;

  Thermoskin Heel-Rite™ Added Benefit of Heat Therapy Only Thermoskin™ Thermal Supports have been clinically proven to increase subcutaneous skin temperature 2-3°F for optimal level of heat therapy. Thermoskin's patented Trioxon® lining creates a micro-climate that maintains elevated skin temperature while still allowing the skin to ventilate for long-term user comfort. The spiral structure of the Trioxon lining lifts moisture away from the skin and traps air within the lining to help prevent excessive perspiration. The Thermoskin Heel-Rite™ fits comfortably in your shoe to provide daytime treatment and pain relief during your normal routine. The support straps lift the arch and provide compression to the plantar fascia (Arch area) for immediate relief. The Heel-Rite applies effective support to relieve tension and pain on the plantar fascia when the sufferer needs it most.

  Thermoskin Heel-Rite™

  FP-8-135

  $39.95

  Sizes Small / Medium Large / X-Large

  Click Here For Sizing Chart

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• Custom orthotics can be used to correct for abnormalities such as over-pronation which will help prevent Achilles tendonitis;

  Click to visit Senior Health Stores Orthotic Insole Store.

• Heel and calf stretch solutions from Senior Health Stores;

  For people suffering from Plantar fascitis click here to find out more >>>

  Stretch-EZ While aiding in physical mobility and flexibility, the Stretch EZ's cradle design encompasses the foot allowing for a comfortable stretch to the foot, heel, Achilles tendon, hamstring, quadriceps, inner/outer thigh and calf. Made of a comfortable poly laminate and webbing, this unique stretching aide assists in the treatment of plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, calf, thigh, hip and low back strains and injuries. Strap loops allow for personal control of each stretch. Non-returnable

  Stretch-EZ HEP-433 $29.95

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  Warm tight muscles with our Therabath Heat Treatment or Cool and soothe swollen areas with our Ice Packs; and

  Increase blood flow and reduce pain with warm soothing paraffin from TheraBath. Click image to view more.

  Senior Health Stores ice therapy solutions page has a variety of Ice Packs available to help relieve pain and swelling from hell pain and achilles tendonitis.

• Proper foot wear with arch supports are fundamental and many styles are available from from the Senior Health Stores specialty Shoe Store.

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