Achilles Tendonitis

Laser therapy is particularly effective in the early stages of inflammation of the Achilles tendon and sheath when it is recommended as a sole measure. Treatment would involve the lower calf muscle area plus any tender trigger points being lasered every other day for a couple of weeks. Helpful muscle relaxation is best achieved by also lasering relevant acupuncture points. With more acute cases, although some can be brought to resolution with the optimisation of the healing processes, in many laser therapy will act as a complementary measure and be used for drug-free pain management and reduction of inflammation.