Cycling injuries Achilles pain in cyclists
Ankling, cleat position and pushing big gears load the achilles over long rides. I treat cycling achilles pain with hands-on remedial soft tissue therapy in Paddington, Brisbane.
Why cycling loads the achilles
Repetitive plantarflexion through the pedal stroke, especially in big gears or with a low cleat, keeps the achilles working the whole ride.
Where the load comes from
Tight calves, foot and cleat position, and load all feed the tendon. I treat the achilles and the calf chain, and flag fit where it is relevant.
How the treatment works
Assessment
I take your history, watch how you move, and use orthopaedic testing to rule things in or out. Black and white: positive or negative.
Treatment
Hands-on soft tissue work, with real time on the table. I treat the whole area involved, not just the point of pain.
Education
You leave understanding your own body. A few sessions in, you can tell me what is happening and why. That is what keeps it from coming back.
Common questions
Should I keep riding?
Often we manage load rather than stop completely. I will give you a realistic plan once I have assessed it.
Is this a sports massage?
No. This is targeted clinical treatment for a specific tendon problem, not a general rub down.
Settle the achilles properly
Book an assessment and we treat the tendon and the calf that loads it.
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