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Achilles Tendon Pain

Achilles tendon pain occurs when the tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel becomes inflamed or injured, often due to overuse or sudden increases in activity. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced mobility, which may worsen with continued stress.

Early treatment, such as rest, stretching, and strengthening exercises, is crucial for recovery, while severe cases may require medical intervention. Prompt care can help restore function and prevent further complications.

Other Conditions

Podiatry Conditions

Achilles Tendon Pain

High Arched or Supinated Feet

Ingrown Toenails

Foot & Ankle Pain

Heel Pain

Plantar Fasciitis / Fasciosis & Heel Pain

Psoriasis

Flat & Pronated Feet

Calluses, Hard Skin, Cracked Heels

Corns on Feet

Bunions (e.g. Hallux Abducto-Valgus)

Osgood-Schlatters Disease

Calcaneal Apophysistis (Sever’s Disease)

High Arched or Supinated Feet

Ingrown Toenails

Warts

Metatarsus Adductus or Banana Feet

Toe Walking

Intoeing & Pigeon Toe

Foot & Leg Pain in Children

Flat Feet & Pronated Feet in Children

Morton’s Neuroma

Pregnancy Podiatry

Sciatica

Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)

Referred Pain Syndrome

Knee Pain & Conditions

Hip & Back Pain

Ankle Pain, Strains & Sprains

Tightness

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PPS)

Hamstring Tightness, Muscle Cramping & Fatigue

Osgood-Schlatters Disease

Calcaneal Apophysistis (Sever’s Disease)

Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)

Achilles Tendon Pain

Tendonitis

Heel & Foot Stress Fractures

Shin Splints

What is Achilles Tendinopathy?

Achilles Tendon Pain or Achilles tendinopathy (tendinitis) refers to the aggravation and inflammation of the Achilles tendon. The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the body, connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone. It plays a vital role in everyday movements such as walking, running, and jumping. 

With repeated stress or trauma, this can progress to degeneration and even tearing of the Achilles tendon. Due to this high risk of damage, it is highly recommended that this condition is assessed by a podiatrist at Elite Podiatry as soon as possible.

What does Achilles Tendinopathy Feel Like?

The pain is usually described as burning, shooting or stabbing at the back of your heel and can vary in its severity. Often, these symptoms are worst in the first few steps of walking after getting up in the morning or after sitting down for extended periods of time. This generally gets better with movement.

In severe cases, you may have difficulty walking or walk with a limp. In acute cases, redness, swelling, warmth and tenderness can also occur. In chronic, and untreated cases, a bony nodule can form and thickening of the Achilles tendon will occur. This in turn weakens the structure, making it more susceptible to rupture.

What causes Achilles Tendon pain?

Some of the causes of Achilles tendonitis / tendinosis include:

What are the treatments for Achilles tendinopathy?

There are many forms of treatment we provide at Elite Podiatry. These include:

Treatment for Achilles Tendinopathy uses a multi-faceted approach focusing on reducing strain, managing pain, and promoting healing.

We have a range of treatments available to help relieve and prevent such conditions and improve your quality of life. At Elite Podiatry, we often use adjunct therapies to offer the most effective form of treatment.

Depending on your requirements, we will customise a treatment suitable to your needs.

Please call us at Elite Podiatry to organise an appointment for an assessment, diagnosis and treatment.

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Marlaina

Marlaina has recently joined our part time team and brings a warm, friendly and positive approach to patient care. She enjoys creating a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and supported. When not at work, Marlaina loves spending time with her family and friends. Hiking, travel and listening to old records in her free time.

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Debra

Team Member

Debra has worked in various health related roles over the last 25 years ranging from the Cancer Council to a Women’s Hormone Clinic along with a stint volunteering with Lifeline Australia. She’s always got a smile to welcome you and loves getting to know patients.

She has 3 daughters that she’s very proud of and loves living near the ocean. When she’s not working she likes catching up with friends, travelling, meditation, going to concerts as well as spending quality time with her family.

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Kim – Marie

Team member

Kim – Marie is a new member of our amazing team and is one of our permanent part- time staff. She has a degree in Commerce and Marketing and extensive experience in medical administration. She is a very proud Mum of two gorgeous kids and has just come back into the work force after focusing on being a Mum for a few years. She absolutely loves music and travel.

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Adisha

Team Member

Adisha is another one of our friendly receptionists part of the Elite Podiatry team. She is studying biomedical science at university and also works part time at a pharmacy.

In her spare time she loves beach days, travelling and spending time with friends and family.

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Ella

Team Member

Ella is one of our wonderful receptionists and loves working in our family orientated environment. She is currently studying nursing and her favourite past time is walking her dog on the beach and being with her family and friends.

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Dee

Team member

Dee is part of our incredible team and is one of our permanent admin team members.

Always greeting you with the biggest smile, Dee enjoys spending time with her family and runs a successful baking and cookie company. She’s always out and about and loves living life to the fullest.

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Tara

Finances manager

Tara is our second in charge and has extensive experience in running office & retail environments. She is positive, communicative and loves interacting with our patients to provide excellent service and ensures our clinic runs efficiently.

As a qualified bookkeeper, she looks after all the admin of the practice and supports reception.

In her downtime, she loves beach activities, long walks and sharing wine with friends!

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Stacey

Practice Manager

Stacey is the Practice Manager at Elite Podiatry and is passionate about creating a positive experience for both patients and staff. With many years of experience in health and allied health settings, she brings warmth, organisation and a genuine love of helping people.

When she’s not at work, Stacey loves spending time with her family, cheering on her son’s sporting adventures, playing beach volleyball and enjoying what life has to offer.

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Dr Caitlin Tran

Podiatrist

Caitlin graduated with a Doctor of Medicine degree after completing a Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences degree in Medical Science at the University of Western Australia.

Caitlin has spent most of her life dancing and recognises the importance of looking after one’s foot and overall health. She has a keen interest in foot health and biomechanics, enjoying her role as a permanent podiatrist at Elite Podiatry Mullaloo.

Having experience as a dance instructor, she looks forward to utilising her leadership skills integrated with her podiatric knowledge to build the foundation of providing high-quality patient-centred care.

Dr Caitlin Tran

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Dr Latifa Jafari

Senior Podiatrist

Latifa completed her post graduate degree in Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at UWA in 2021. She enjoys treating calluses, ingrown toenails and musculoskeletal conditions with an interest in paediatrics. Latifa is very keen to share her knowledge with her patients to improve their quality of life.

Outside work, Latifa loves to spend time with family and friends, go on long walks and explore mother nature.

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Dr Greg Lewis

Podiatrist & Registered Nurse

Greg is another one of our amazing podiatrists who completed his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine post-graduate degree at the University of Western Australia. He is also dually qualified as a registered nurse.

Greg joined the Elite Podiatry team back in 2018 and is now currently working as part of our incredible team as a podiatrist/nurse. In his spare time, Greg enjoys running, going to the gym, camping and playing basketball.

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Dr Marie Ishak-Lewis

Founder, Principal Podiatrist, Pharmacist & Lecturer

Marie, the owner and director of Elite Podiatry, is both a qualified Podiatrist and Pharmacist. She first established her founding Stirling clinic in December 2004 and has had exceptional success since. An inventor of a globally patented orthotic, Synxsole, Marie has been on Shark Tank and wrangled a deal with business guru Andrew Banks! She also has featured on Channel Seven’s Today Tonight, The Sunday Times, Smart Company, Lower Extremity Magazine in the USA and has been a regular on both ABC Radio and CurtinFM as their specialist Podiatrist.

Marie also lectures at the prestigious University of Western Australia in both the Pharmacy and Podiatry departments. She is also a mentor and regularly attends UWA Alumni events for graduating students.