Suggest treatment for pain due to achilles tendinitis
Patient: i have had achilles tendonitis and have done physical therapy before, the pain went away but came back a year later. I am a dance major in college therefore overuse is unavoidable.should i have an mri done to see what is left of my tendon and do pt again? Doctor: Hi Achilles Tendinitis is chronic recurring disease caused by overuse . If you have problem after one year , go for the therapy + anti inflammatory pain killers . You may have to restrict dancing for few weeks. MRI helps in diagnosis and planning of surgical treatment , So i would recommend MRI only if I am contemplating a surgical procedure or confirm my diagnosis.