What to do for achilles tendinitis?
Patient: Hi, I am 40 and suffering from Achilles tendinitis of portion just joining the heal on both leg. My weight is 80 Kg and height 175 cm. I some time go for running to remain fit but then heels pain for few days. What is the remedy and where can i get good medical shoes for me in Bangalore, India Doctor: Hello,Your symptoms could be related to chronic trauma. I recommend checking uric acid plasma levels and inflammation tests (complete blood count, PCR, ESR, calcium and vitamin D plasma levels). In the meantime, I would recommend using orthopedic shoes, which you can buy in the pharmacy.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist