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In this video, Alison discusses when and why heel lifts or heel cups in your shoe can be useful for Achilles tendinopathy pain. It's not something that we prescribe for all our patients, but it can be very beneficial when used right.
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Remember to use them in both shoes!
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Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:56 Heel lifts for insertional Achilles tendinopathy
00:03:26 Heel lifts for mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy
00:03:43 A heel lift is not enough
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References:
Rabusin CL, Menz HB, McClelland JA, et al. Efficacy of heel lifts versus calf muscle eccentric exercise for mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy (HEALTHY): a randomised trial. British Journal of Sports Medicine 2021;55:486-492.