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Two points.hieudovan said:snip I also feel better that the hiking poles will take some load off my feet (and Achilles tendons).
I use ibuprofen, but everyone should heed the label warnings. The inflammation from the scar tissue would be the safest pain to treat with NSAID's, and I doubt that actual injury could be ignored through the therapeutic effects of ibuprofen, but be wary.enlargement of my tendon is actually due to microscopic tears (due to over use) that develop into scar tissue, not inflammation or swelling of the tendon
zammy said:Another solution- use the backpack transfer system when you start, then when you get stronger and fitter take it with you. It's better to start slow , low and light then to risk it.
If you can make it to Santo Domingo de la Calzada, even with no problems, do stop off at the municipal albergue, almost every evening there is a miracle worker on board who can help you and advise. He is a wonderful person, knows his business with blisters, sprains, strains, knees, and achilles and his advice is solid he has been known to send people dirtectly back home before the tendon ruptures before the knee packs it in. He is often seen the next morning out on his motorcycle checking up on those who sought his aid. |The man is a saint-long black hair tied in the back. Do consult, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cortisone.
Hola,Thank you for the wealth of information on the forum. I now have all of my equipment, including my Pilgrim Forum Patch from Ivar. I have another question for the Forum. I "injured" (NOT ruptured) my right Achilles tendon while running last October. I could still walk around, but stopped running and hiking for 2 months while rehabbing the tendon. I am now walking daily to prepare for the Camino. I have 1 month to go, leaving on March 28 for Madrid.
Has anyone had any experiences with Achilles tendon issues while preparing for or injured the tendon while walking the Camino? I would appreciate hearing about your experiences. I plan to take it easy as needed on the Camino as I have the time. For example, I will stop at Orisson (from St. Jean) on my first day. I also feel better that the hiking poles will take some load off my feet (and Achilles tendons). Again, thank you for all the information and wisdom on the Forum. I am so glad that I can turn to this Forum whenever I have had questions.
Hola Trace,Hola,
Its now 2016 and i have found this thread. Would love to know how you got on.
I am glad you manged. That is my concern also. I am going CF in mid may 2017 but intend on starting at Leon or Burges As I dont think ill make the whole lot and def not the Pyrenees. Maybe we'll meetHola Trace,
I had a difficult time the first week as walking up the Pyrenees from SJPdP really aggravated my Achilles tendon on my right foot. For the next couple of days I "walked" with my 2 poles my left foot when I had to go uphill. Gradually the tendon got better and I was able to walk normally. I ended up walking to Muxia and Finisterre without problems.
I walked the VdLP in 2014 and hope to walk the CF again April of this year.
Buen camino!
Thx. Good advice. I am getting therapy and have exercises i hope it will be enough.As someone who has recovered 100% from TWO Achilles ruptures, I have enormous empathy for you. My suggestions: see a specialist for correct diagnosis. Consider physical therapy, custom orthotics and perhaps a compression sleeve (I wear both). I, for one, would not put a random heel lift without doctor oversight if I was having any issues. Keep that bad boy stretched and sliding free (check footwear) especially when you get up from an extended rest. Ice whenever possible after activity.
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