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Achilles Tendinopathy & Calf Injury Treatment at MDOsteo | Wallington & Morden
If you’re dealing with stubborn Achilles pain or recurring calf strains, you need more than rest and stretching. These injuries are mechanically driven, meaning the way you move often contributes to why they happen — and why they keep coming back.
At MDOsteo, we specialise in diagnosing and treating Achilles tendonitis, tendinopathy, and calf injuries using a full-body, movement-led approach — including manual therapy, shockwave, 3D gait analysis, custom orthotics, and performance rehab.
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Common Symptoms We Treat
- Pain or stiffness along the Achilles tendon
- Morning pain or tightness in the calf
- Swelling or tenderness near the heel
- Pain that eases with activity, then worsens later
- Recurrent calf pulls or tightness while running
What Causes Achilles & Calf Injuries?
Most commonly:
Sudden increase in running load or speed
Poor foot mechanics (overpronation, flat feet)
Tight or weak calf muscles
Lack of shock absorption from footwear
Gait imbalances or postural overload
These are often movement problems, not just muscle or tendon issues — and our job is to find and fix the root cause.
Why Choose MDOsteo?
- Trusted Specialists in Achilles, calf and running injuries
- Full-service care: osteopathy, shockwave, 3D gait, orthotics
- Custom rehab plans for every level — from gym-goers to marathoners
- Trusted by running clubs, PTs, and coaches
- Open 7 days a week & Same Day appointments Available
Treatment at MDOsteo
- Osteopathy
Targeted treatment to release tight structures, improve ankle mobility, and reduce tendon load.
- Shockwave Therapy
Clinically proven for chronic Achilles tendinopathy, shockwave increases healing, reduces pain, and breaks up long-standing scar tissue or calcification. Typically recommended for cases lasting over 3 months.
- 3D Gait Analysis
Our advanced gait system captures real-time data on how you walk and run — identifying subtle issues in foot strike, ankle control, and limb loading that can cause or worsen Achilles and calf injuries.
- Custom Orthotics
If structural imbalances are contributing to your pain (e.g. flat feet, overpronation, limb length differences), we may recommend custom-moulded orthotics. These can help reduce abnormal load on the Achilles and improve lower limb alignment.
- Strength-Based Rehab
We’ll coach you through progressive loading to restore strength and tendon resilience. This includes eccentric calf loading, plyometric reintroduction (if needed), and return-to-run protocols.
frequently asked questions
Find out answers to some of our most commonly asked questions here, if you want to speak to us about anything that isn’t addressed please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
What’s the difference between Achilles tendinopathy and tendonitis?
Tendonitis is short-term inflammation; tendinopathy is a longer-lasting, degenerative condition that needs movement and loading, not rest alone.
Is gait analysis necessary?
If you’ve had more than one Achilles or calf issue — or you’re a runner — yes. It helps us find the root cause of your injury.
Are orthotics required for everyone?
No. We only recommend orthotics if we identify a structural or gait-related reason that your feet are overloading your Achilles or calf.
How soon will I see results?
Most patients feel progress within 3–6 sessions. Runners may resume return-to-run drills in 4–6 weeks, depending on injury stage.