How I Solved My Chronic Achilles Tendonitis

Achilles Tendonitis is a problem that can persist. Rest and ice is great, but your problem can resurface. I have found that athletic tape - a very old, and time tested method - is still the best ... and least it has been for me. Learn how to tape you ankle quickly and effectively, by yourself (without the need of a trainer).

[@ropeadope3010]

I started doing calf raises and one leg calf raises. Also I walk backwards for about 20mins daily. That has minimized the pain day by day. I can feel the pain slowly going away.

[@jeromep4148]

Strengthening without overstretching - very helpful

[@KeithLou-dw6ef]

I had it all through my 30's. I cut back on carbs considerably, now i'm in my mid 40's and have no problems.

[@jeromep4148]

@@KeithLou-dw6ef do you think diet was the main contributing factor?

[@andrewevans7992]

@@KeithLou-dw6efcarbs have nothing to do with it 😂

[@jeromep4148]

Unless he lost a ton of weight???

[@miningexcavator]

This was truly a game changer for my running pain in my achilles tendon. Thanks for posting this quality video!!

[@patricagj1]

I love you for this! Thank you so much. Couldn't even do the eccentric program without a back slide.

[@pertrisewatson3264]

Thanks for sharing this info! I will definitely give this a try.

[@melodeeruley3809]

I am going to try this ! Thank you for showing how to tape it !

[@estevatopanchovillacruz9969]

@jeromep4148 I wanted to thank you for taking the time to create this video. I'm 46 and I absolutely love basketball and I play it 3-4 times a week. A few weeks ago, for the first time in my life I started to feel some pain in my Achilles. Ever since it's been a mad scramble of trial and error trying to find a solution. I started to get a bit depressed thinking that I would have to give up playing. Your simple taping technique has made a world of difference. Thanks again buddy!

[@jeromep4148]

Wow, that’s great to hear. Make sure you give it a chance to fully heal.

[@user-tq1vj4jx2i]

I don’t play basketball for two years because of my chronic achilles tendon. I have tried everything. Pain comes again after a few trainings. Hope that this video lesson will work.

[@JerzaStark14]

I have flatter feet and my arches have been causing issues the last few years. The last 6-7 months I’ve had issues in my left foot that have now moved to my Achilles tendon. This has been VERY helpful since my job requires me to be very active! Thanks for taking the time to explain everything!

[@jeromep4148]

Good to hear

[@andyyepez7893]

Hi Jerome, thank you for sharing your story and taping technique. I was starting to have Achilles tendonitis and tried the tape before jogging or playing basketball and my Achilles tendonitis is no more. Before trying the tape I would exercise or play basketball only to wake the next day barely being able to walk. Now i wake up fine and am able to continue the next morning without any pain. I am extremely happy I came across this video and am thankful for KZbin.

[@jeromep4148]

Great to hear!!

[@bkatran55]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video and share, it's great, I can barely walk and is able to after the taping.

[@cameronmueller]

Thanks Jerome for the tips!!

[@itsianwood]

So glad you solved it.👍

[@Sickgame999]

I have chronic Achilles insertional tendonitis. I am an athlete and runner. The pain is pretty bad. I’ve picked up pickleball about a year ago and my Achilles have been aching. I can hardly walk in the morning. I went to a podiatrist, inserts, brace, massage, eccentrics and still the same. I have been doing this taping method for a week and I am not miserable after playing. It’s not magic but I am seeing a huge improvement in my post play pain. Thank you!!

[@jeromep4148]

If the tape only allows you to “survive” but you don’t believe you are gradually improving that’s a problem. Sometimes you just have to rest it - like it or not … very hard to do ….

[@Sickgame999]

Normally I press on the back of my ankle and it hurts and I have to ice it. I have gradually been feeling better and better. I’ll repost in a month how I’m feeling

[@honkymonkey9568]

I don't use the tape during the day, but I use it at night when sleeping to keep my foot from plantarflexion and I have no pain anymore throughout the day.

[@ItzMads]

Jerome! I tried taping with your technique today and went for a run. It felt great!! Thank you for the tip.

[@jeromep4148]

Great news. Keep the community posted with your ongoing results. Seems to be a lot of people dealing with this problem.

[@JL-is9rg]

Will give this taping technique a try. Thanks for showing the tape you use. You're right about rest. I'm a lifelong runner. Achillies tendonitis always comes back.

[@ryanhinman4961]

What's your solution without tape?

[@registrationsOne]

What was your result of trying with the tape?

[@sharonl3722]

Thank you for this video! I will try the tape. I am not going to rest…I lap swim, run, hike, and play pickleball. I appreciate you taking the time showing all the products you tried.

[@nikkidouglas6189]

Awesome, I've got it in both, so I'm keen to try this. Im Hopeful, thanks mate.

[@elihood5566]

Very informative. Need to be seen by anyone active & has Achilles tendonitis🤲🏼❤️ 🎾

[@peterochester2320]

There are many youtube videos showing achilles taping techniques. A big difference here is that you can do this by yourself. When you are training everyday, that is a must.

[@debraaguilar3614]

Thank you for making this video❤

[@diegoaduriz9433]

EXCEPTIONAL Thx for your video. Extremely helpful. Thx for sharing.

[@simplebeautiful7923]

Wow. Nice video. You are a life saver!!! Thanks. Its too simple to be true but it works.

[@ShadowHMask-os4wr]

Totally agree with the taping method as I can only imagine how those sports where you're launching and changing directions quickly would aggravate the heck out of the achilles. I have chronic tendinopathy in both ankles and only after a year and a half, I am steadily improving through a multi pronged approach. Home use of a massage gun, hand massage, gentle stretches but most importantly plenty of calf raises and farmers walking. I now do about 400 raises a day and now I walk with 33 pound dumbells for a long distances including up hills. It's all about forcing the tendons to normalize and heal and I believe it is possible at any age to achieve this as long as the approach is steady and not overloading the tendons too early.

[@jeromep4148]

A long journey for sure …

[@podgurje100]

So with this your tendon become normal again, without any pain??

[@ShadowHMask-os4wr]

@@podgurje100 Not back to 100% normal but much more resilient and much less pain. It doesn't bother me anymore. If I have a big day walking around I will still come home a bit sore and limpy but after some massage and a nights sleep, I will recover really well. All in all, I would say an 70% improvement plus I'm fitter and healthier.

[@podgurje100]

@@ShadowHMask-os4wr I Wish to try this, thank you

[@bev9708]

MANY MANY thanks for this!!!!

[@kevinburrows817]

It's made a difference to me so thankyou for posting this video.

[@jeromep4148]

Nice to hear. Good luck with it.

[@Roemeren]

Thank you for sharing your experiences, super interesting and helpful. I'll be trying the tape to supplement my excercises :)

[@Thatgirl1973]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@bennyburwell3102]

Hey I found this video and it worked today! Wow! You had me watching saying you’ve had it for years with no fixes, cause same. Thank you so much! Going to continue doing this

[@jeromep4148]

Good!!

[@TheScappa10]

Why would taping it fix the problem though? I haven't been able to play soccer last summer and I probably won't have any luck this summer because I have tendonitis on both of my Achilles tendons but mainly my right side. I'm just confused as the how tape can solve the pain? Thanks and let me know.

[@steveristovski7109]

@@TheScappa10 iv had insertional tendinitis in both feet and it’s the hardest to treat because of the blood flow what I did was first I got a cortisone injection and gave them a rest for a couple of weeks then I started strengthening exercises then after 5 weeks iv started playing 3 games of footy a week before every game I strap my Achilles roughly the same way except I use 1 strip of good quality Rigid tape from the bottom of my sole to roughly half way up my achilles then I double it up with a good quality kinesiology tape and what I found is that compression calf’s socks work wonders it isn’t a cure but it helps me get back on the field now I’m planning to do PRP injections into the Achilles and my advice is for u to go and get some orthotics made up for your feet

[@TheScappa10]

@@steveristovski7109 hmmm I'll look into the injections that sounds interesting. I've been going to physio and they've been doing shock therapy on me but I'm still not back on the field. I'm slowly trying to run around with the ball but my feet/Achilles gets sore after a bit. also this is going to sound weird but I got orthotics last year before the season started and when I started wearing them my heels started to hurt so I returned them. been doing exercise every day and I'm starting to get impatient haha.

[@aj27781]

@@TheScappa10are you carrying extra weight around belly. And are you into sedentary jobs. These 2 seem super key direct favors Heel pads and stretching hamstring and back seems key element. You learn to protect your body after this experience. Best of luck

[@Dee-zr8he]

okay i’ve struggled with this for less years than most of you but all i did was roll my ankle skateboarding and didn’t let it heal. worst mistake of my life if i had one with that’s what i would undo even taking a step of a curb would make my foot hurt the next day and this is the best streak ive been on in years so i’m really hopin this will help me get to the next level of being able to do calf raise rehab without the fear of messing it up all over again

[@jow.6605]

I am a 76 year old pickleball player, and will definitely try this taping technique. Thanks for this video.

[@bd8502]

Got the same problem so I'll try your recommendation asap. thx

[@viviandavenport3935]

Will give it a try thanks.

[@scotthanford9619]

Thx…! Good simple technique. I’m 55 still playing soccer or twice a week plus tennis. I will try.

[@artlounsbery306]

Thank you, thank you! Two things are helping my Achilles Tendonitis, Eccentric Stretching and Taping. No one else suggested taping so I didn't tape until I watched your video. Simple solution and I was able to ride my horse without any flareup. Thanks again for posting this really helpful video.

[@jeromep4148]

Glad to hear it!

[@gengar678]

I am gonna try this, thx for sharing

[@f.demascio1857]

Thanks for sharing. At 52 years old I am having tendinitis for the first time and it's a roadblock to me staying active. I think the tape investment is totally worth it.

[@jeromep4148]

Just make sure you don’t ignore signs of an actual injury - try to nip it in the bud and avoid it becoming a lingering issue!

[@paulbailey7641]

Thanks. Worth a try

[@jerrywang3590]

Thanks so much for the video. I have exactly chronic Achilles tendinitis in both ankles. And I tried most methods you tried too that didn’t work. I just bought some tape and will give the tape method a try. I played a lot basketball and soccer. The stiff structure of soccer cleats in combination with playing on firm artificial turfs does the most damage in my mind to the ankles.

[@jeromep4148]

And age ………

[@totallyraw1313]

Swell video, Jerome. Real swell.

[@christinhowarth6156]

Good info I’m trying it! 🏃🏽‍♀️ Thx

[@simonprice5736]

Top man, gonna order some of this mine is nowhere near as bad as yours was but it's taking ages and I just want to get back to playing football!! Thank you!

[@jsherman1503]

Thanks for posting; I've been doing something similar. I use much more tape, & to excess. This method does lessen the re=injury chance until Ican go 100% without tape.

[@sIMODINHO]

Hello, I tried putting the elastic tape, then holding it with non elastic on both sides. I can clearly say that your advice helped me big time. ! I feel like not having any pain anymore. You are a legend thank you 👍

[@jeromep4148]

Wow that’s great - particularly the “legend” part

[@jeromep4148]

I would use this technique.

[@foxtrotcoinsbitcoins6455]

Does this help with slow running And can i eventually run without the tape ?

[@sIMODINHO]

@@foxtrotcoinsbitcoins6455 I play football which is way more intense than slow running. If you have Achilles pain it means you overused them. You have to put the elastic tape vertically and the normal tape horizontally on top to hold the elastic one. Then you'll have absolutely no pain. Keep doing it for months and the pain will be gone.

[@jeromep4148]

@@foxtrotcoinsbitcoins6455 I would say : yes and yes. But everyone is different. Give it a try. Just buy one roll of tape at cvs and see if your body responds.

[@stevefiorito5379]

Glad you found a solution for your Achilles Tendonosis. I haven't as of yet ... after months of PT and doctors.

[@jeromep4148]

Have you tried this taping technique? Maybe it will help you.

[@jovale7521]

Try magnesium, making sure you have a bit extra salt. Really helped me. Can use transdermally or orally.

[@paulfesler7052]

Steve it helped me immediately

[@tigress63]

Hi Jerome, Thank you for showing how you tape your lower legs and feet as well as the products you use. I've had chronic Achilles tendonitis for many years in both legs. I'll try taping my feet again but the way you've done it. The interesting thing that I've also found is there is a bizarre connection for me between my feet and my neck. If my neck hurts at all, I will have a bad day with my Achilles tendonitis; conversely if my neck does not hurt, then no problems with Achilles. I get botox in my head and neck for migraines and if I don't receive enough in my neck, I get terrible migraines as well as Achilles pain. Like I said it's bizarre, but for me that connection is there. I live in a dry climate so hopefully I can get some of the eco-flex tape. Thank you once again!!!

[@calebshannon11]

Fascia

[@tigress63]

@@calebshannon11 yes, I've done fascia release as well, but was borne with extremely tight musculature so it is VERY painful

[@ImreAMX]

Thanks! This helps!!

[@thedevilsadvocate3710]

You are the man! I just ordered a box and I'm confident in your advice. Thank you!

[@jeromep4148]

Let’s us know how it works for you

[@ScaryManiac]

Did it work?

[@jskrbk]

Thank you! 🔥 I have insertional Achilles tendonitis and your taping solution really helped. Back in the game. Thanks!

[@jeromep4148]

That’s great!

[@gordongarlic]

thanks so much for the video and advice. ive had achilles tendonitis on both legs for 8-9 years and i'm going to try this. wish me luck!

[@rafaelcostagmail]

Did you have posivite results?

[@calebcarlos9044]

Yes, Gordon... How were your results?

[@Premium_Water]

What happened ? Did it help?

[@gordongarlic]

​@@rafaelcostagmail yes, positive results so far. i've used his technique before runs over the past few months and i have not been as sore afterwards compared to no wraps. i do recommend pre-wraps under the tape because my ankle and foot skin got very messed up after one run

[@gordongarlic]

@@calebcarlos9044 yes, positive results so far. i've used his technique before runs over the past few months and i have not been as sore afterwards compared to no wraps. i do recommend pre-wraps under the tape because my ankle and foot skin got very messed up after one run

[@toni-kristianpuska9100]

I actually did this today. I work 7-8 hours nightshifts on my feet. I've had aching Achilles lumps. This really works. Helps like charm. Thank you for this!

[@jeromep4148]

Happy it worked. Are your lumps at the back of your heels - insertional Achilles tendinitis, mixed with bursitis?If this is the case , u need to figure out how to provide rest to the swollen area. Be careful!! Good luck!

[@toni-kristianpuska9100]

@@jeromep4148 Lumps feel like they are more on the side. But definitely my legs aren't so stiff this morning. I will see how my Krav Maga training goes to day. I'm gonna need to ditch my barefootshoes for sure and get supporting heeled shoes to help healing process.

[@andrewhindmarch2107]

Thanks for this. I have had tendonitis in the past where the only cure has been rest. The cause was overuse and not resting enough. I tried your taping technique on a couple of runs a few weeks ago but I was probably coming back too soon. I do think the taping reduced the amount of extra damage I was causing but decided to just bear it out and not run for a few more weeks ( difficult as us runners are paranoid we will lose all our fitness!) until the pain went down. Luckily my other tendon is fine so was able to compare against that. I did keep on walking though and just had to get through those first few minutes of walking. The pain went from 3/10 to 2/10 then 1/10 then probably 0.5/10. Until it seemed like zero. So unless my body was going to play a cruel trick, I taped up and ran a reasonable 5k out and back run. At the turnaround point, it was very tempting to extend it to my 10k route but thought why risk it? So I completed the 5K and it is absolutely fine. 10k next in a few days - then if that is ok, I'll do my 10 miles at the weekend. I'll tape them all. My only criticism is that it can feel a bit like a brake on my running pace at first. So I would hope at some point I can run without the tape.

[@jeromep4148]

Happy you found it useful.

[@mpalenque]

Ive been doing martial arts since 10 YO. Have good technique, tried all fisio protocols, never understood why my ankles/achilles hurt and everyone else was fine. This year started taping and its life changing the difference. Now I have average structure at that joint and problem is G O N E . Don’t believe the “tape makes you weaker” 27 years late but still have time to kick hard.

[@jeromep4148]

Very encouraging for folks trying to figure out their issue!

[@worldpulse3559]

Thank you I play tennis. 73 year old. One week post surgery. I wish I had seen your video before

[@anthonybrandenburg4411]

Thank you for the video! I will give this a try. I’m a tennis player (2-3 times a week) plus training for a half marathon at the same time

[@ghiriishsridharan5719]

Did this work for you?

[@anthonybrandenburg4411]

@@ghiriishsridharan5719 so the first time I did it, I tapped it way too tight and had to take it off after .5 miles. Yesterday I tapped it again. I felt some pain after the first mile but continued going. This morning my Achilles wasn’t tight.

[@ghiriishsridharan5719]

@@anthonybrandenburg4411 thank you for the reply. I'm only 17 and I've had this for 2 years now it's really a pain

[@LegionaireSiggi]

Thanks for this information, I will be getting some tape to try myself.

[@jeromep4148]

Yes, I 100% agree!

[@TP50000]

i had the same problem... then tried 2 pair of socks...had more stability and compression on my ankle.. that worked for me.

[@hw5091]

Of course constant load on you achilles helps over time. But I have bad ankles anyway, so I wear swede-o high ankle braces. This helps a tonne, and I strengthen the achilles in my spare time (calve raises, jogging, speed rope). Anything where I have to react quickly to someone else's movements; I wear the braces.

[@parastoonasr6328]

Thank you!!!

[@alidacooklin6182]

thank you !!

[@asylum1166]

Both of mine developed these knots on them! Within the past year plus… I think having weak leg muscles plays a major role also along with overuse and weight gain… among other factors as well sometimes I fight through the pain but it’s not a good idea…

[@sunriseeternity300]

You might try eccentric calf raises. You mentioned weight gain. You might consider poor blood circulation issues at the end of your limbs (feet, ankle, achillies).

[@solo2873]

Tried this for the first time yesterday felt way less pressure on my Achilles and pain the following day was halved. I’m 28 and developed Achilles tendinitis after having surgery on my ankle and years of abuse due to playing soccer my whole life. This helped a lot.

[@jeromep4148]

Great. Good luck.

[@eriklarson5257]

Are you doing this before your sport that you play only or would this be beneficial to do everyday?

[@solo2873]

@@eriklarson5257 I have just been wrapping it before I play sports because I only feel inflammation and discomfort after I play sports but you could wrap it on a day to day basis if it’s that discomforting. However in the long run you should focus on strengthening your calf’s and adding isometrics and plyometrics. There is a KZbin page called squat university that talks about rehabilitation of Achilles tendinitis and it has helped me a lot. Those exercises plus icing and massaging from my calf down including my foot has helped me personally reduce the pain by a massive amount.

[@jeromep4148]

I just did before sport. i tried it one day at work when i knew I would be on my feet all day long. It was during dry winter months. At end of day, tape took my skin off when removing. Never did that again!

[@dawns4468]

Thanks for posting this video. I never would have considered tape if not for this video. My story is similar - I did icing, rest, NSAIDs - only to find that rest is notoriously ineffective for Achilles (studies show this! - why do they still recommend it?) I have tried the heel lift exercises. Helpful, but didn't get me back in running shoes. (Studies show three sets of 15 reps 3x/day will actually make a difference for the vast majority of folks. Not for me!) I did the cross friction massage. Helpful, but didn't get me back in running shoes. I did the "crystal" type thing - i bought one in stainless- and essentially, under pressure, drug it's various surfaces up the Achilles several times each day per PT recommendation. Helpful, but did not get me back in running shoes. I did ultrasound therapy. Helpful, but didn't get me back in running shoes. (studies show ultrasound can help with quality of the fiber/repairs during healing). I did exercises to strengthen the arches of my feet. Very helpful in stabilizing my foot strike but didn't get me back in running shoes. I corrected my running form! (I was going deep to put this to bed.) Very helpful, didn't get me back in running shoes. (Did fix another nagging issue though!) I changed running shoes, three times - only to go back to the original because that pair was the last pair I was running pain-free in. I also did voodoo band work. Very helpful, but didn't get me back in the running shoes. I gave up and taped due to this video. I taped differently though. I taped 'around' the Achilles. i.e. taping from ankle, around achilles, to other ankle from just above the sole of my foot to 2-2.5 inches above the ankle. No tape on the front of my ankle or leg and none on my foot, at all, but overlapping layers all the way up. (The tape has got to really seriously STICK and has to have some body for this to work.) I did that for two days 24 hours per day. The pain relief at 24 hours was stunning. At 48 hours, I was back in running shoes, pain free after MONTHS trying all the above. (I will keep doing the heel lifts, the arch strengthening, cross friction massage and voodoo band work, to try and get permanently beyond this but the taping.... amazing. I never would have believed ---> Tape!! Even writing this, that just seems stupid - but the pain-free step out of bed the last two days and the pain-free run this morning says it works. Bonkers.) Thank you for taking the time to do this video. Edited: added voodoo band (forgot that and it was important)

[@jeromep4148]

All I can say is WOW. I made this video because taping helped me , and at the time, I couldn’t find any decent videos on taping for Achilles issues. Maybe you should consider doing one as well showing your technique. I am not a KZbinr,but I have done several videos on stuff of interest that I could not find elsewhere. Something for you to consider …

[@dawns4468]

@@jeromep4148 it would be my first if I did!! lol.

[@emirgokcen1906]

Hello long time runner here. I have had a severe Achilles Tendonitis back in 2018, and it became a chronic issue up to this day. I was 38 when I got it, I am 44 now. Tried a lot if things, Physios, even the machine you have :) lots of treatment and exercises but it was never corrected. Starting two weeks ago I stated kinesio taping just like you suggested and within two weeks it works like magic. Don't get me wrong, probably just like you suggested regular taping would work too, but I took my chances with a rocktape. At least in the morning I do not feel the stiffness and taking the first 4-5 steps are not painful anymore. Thanks a lot for the advice 🙂👍Very much appreciated.

[@jeromep4148]

That’s great to hear you came up with an approach that is providing help. Just don’t let the problem persist long term (it does need to eventually “go away”). For me , it seemed like the longer the inflammation persisted, the longer it took to go away. I have heard people say it took them years!!

[@emirgokcen1906]

@@jeromep4148 True, it takes a while. Unfortunately it is an injury that doesn't simply go away if you stop doing what you are doing or exercising. It actually gets worse if you don't use your archives tendon at all, unless of course you rupture it completely which is the last stop in this journey 😄It is not a simple injury in that sense, that you have keep doing some kind of moderate exercise while not making it worse 🤓

[@KARIS1961]

Wow. Inflation is real. A box of 8 costs $26 in 2024. I can’t wait to try this! Thank you for sharing your success!

[@m.a.s.performancephysio6464]

This is a great way to get some relief. However, there are great physical therapy interventions to help any type of tendinitis like issues as it is when the amount of muscular use has exceeded the capacity of they local muscle tissue for long term results. There are specific isometric exercises (ie. volume, duration and rest parameters to name a few) that help address lower extremity tendinitis as well as implementation of progressive overloading training patterns that can help one get back to sport symptom free or for every day. When the capacity of the respective tissue source(s) exceed the demands of what the person places on it, there is no more tendinitis.

[@jeromep4148]

A lot of us, myself included, have a tendency to continue our activities while our body is desperately trying to recover from an injury - not always a good recipe for success. Seeking professional help early is never a bad idea.

[@mr.h.9103]

Well this just got saved to my running playlist.

[@jeromep4148]

Try it out and see if it works for you.

[@divisionbyzero7916]

Cool, das werde ich ausprobieren. Ich hatte mal vor 30 Jahren Probleme mit den Großzehengrundgelenk. Ich habe damals auch nur Tape um den Zeh gemacht beim Training das hat geholfen.

[@jeromep4148]

Try it out and please let us know how it worked.

[@dsleeper3430]

I use kinesiology tape after watching an ortho do it. Works great and if more comfortable. But it on temu. I'm finally healing

[@jeromep4148]

Doesn’t work in all cases but happy it helped you !

[@thewokebreaker]

thanks!

[@mychannel27]

Thank you po! God bless you po! 🙏🏽

[@dunneri]

I too suffered for a couple years now with achilles tendonitis - I play soccer, and the the day after a game I can barely walk, and it would take the rest of the week for it to recover, and i'd be good to go by the next game - and repeat. I tried taping with KT tape 2 weeks ago, and it helped - I was able to recover quicker than normal, but was still sore for a couple days after. This week, I tried your taping technique, and the very next day, I had little to no pain, so a drastic improvement. So thank you so much! I might even be able to play more than once a week now. One question, I found it difficult to stretch my calves with the tape on, and felt a bit of cramping there. Do you stretch before putting the tape on? or are there any good methods to stretch with the tape on?

[@jeromep4148]

It seems almost impossible to stretch when taped up. I stretch a bit before taping. I have never big on stretching when cold, so I tend to stretch after activity more than before activity. Not saying my approach is the best, it’s just how I do it. Be careful ramping up your activity. The ideal approach is that the Achilles heals and you abound on the need for taping altogether.

[@agentcero4364]

The pro stretcher helps a lot as well doing it constantly

[@jeromep4148]

Good thought - thanks

[@without_fear_of_her_future7346]

I don't play tennis but mine is so bad I can't even clean my house!! I'm going to try this!! Thanks!!

[@rnyt201]

Hey Jerome. Fantastic video sharing your experience and what works for you. Question. I am assuming here you also woke up in the morning with a lot of stiffness around the Achilles. Do you or did you ever tape it up before bed time? and if so did you find that helpful? Just curious. Thanks.

[@jeromep4148]

Only have to tape for tennis … now. In my late 30’s when I played soccer and ran races I would have Achilles issues that would eventually cause hamstring pulls. Would go from one leg to the other. Was awful. Classic weekend warrior stuff. Today, I am a little stiff right out of bed but it subsides quickly. Good luck with your issue!!

[@_gabeybabey]

I took a year off last year after nine years of cheerleading and that’s when my pain began in my right Achilles. This is my 2nd season off and now I am debating whether or not I should go back to cheer and do a bunch of crazy flips, because after excessive research, I believe I’m in pain because the Achilles is not getting enough load like it was getting a few years ago. The tape helps me with the most support until it ends up loosening up and then i will have to stop what I’m doing and rewrap because the pain begins to come back. I have not tried wrapping your way but I will try next time. I have tried a compression sock with elastic straps attached to it. The thing with that is the straps eventually become weak having me to wrap my ankle super tight to feel the affect then my foot goes numb because it’s not getting any blood. Im on the couch right now with a heating pad on. My drs appointment is coming up and I will be sure not to cancel it after canceling 3 already. I am not going to do physical therapy and am going to see if I can get an mri right away. This tendinitis makes me feel like I’m trapped inside my body. I’m 21 and it feels like I am going to have this for the rest of my life. If you have any recommendations for tennis shoes I would appreciate it thanks

[@jeromep4148]

Get professional help. MRI might reveal quite a bit. I would be icing , resting, and seeing a doc. Catch it before it gets away from you.

[@joericci4]

I know it's hard gabey. I'm 24 and have a plethora of chronic pain from sports injuries. It may mean changing up your habits and resting more than you used to but you can do it! No matter what never give up trying new treatments and finding hope - it's a hard battle. I'm still in it and it's been a few years arm back and ankle pain - it's a lot...

[@carolynnmazzei4001]

Hey Jerome, I don’t think KZbin allows the ability to private message. I wanted to thank you for this video. I’m in so much pain right now. I took TWO months off the ankle , I have felt useless and I gained around 20 pounds from being so sedentary. Not even that , but those two months off of rest didn’t even seem to help ! My Achilles Tendonitis is similar to yours. I’ve been taping my ankle and it’s the only thing that helps !! I use the expensive tape from Walgreens though , and it’s pretty good - but with the inflation it’s up to $22.99 for one roll!!! I’m going to buy the pack that you suggested. I also wanted to purchase the massage device, and I noticed it wasn’t linked in your profile. Can you tell me the name of that massage machine? Thanx Jerome. You gave me hope today.

[@jeromep4148]

Massage machine is now close to $500!!! Search for this on eBay: Beurer FM200 Device Massage for The Tendon Achilles

[@carolynnmazzei4001]

@@jeromep4148 thanx for getting back to me so fast! Another painful day I had. I’ll check that device out!

[@mikebasson3798]

it took me 4 months of rest for mine to get better. this injury sucks. i used a stairmaster while injured to stay in shape. just my 2 cents. now I am using tape as well and it helps!

[@lilajimenez8106]

Hi Caroline, I hear you! I’ve had this for 2ms. Different from you, I didn’t give up doing exercises. I used to play pickleball and run 🏃🏿‍♀️ and walk. Now, I’m doing swimming 🏊‍♀️ Talk w. Y your Dr. , but if you have a pool near you that’s an excellent exercise to be in shape. I’m doing PT 2/week and I’m doing stretches that also promotes blood 🩸 circulation. Please 🙏 don’t worry we ALL can do this. @Jerome you HAVE CREATED an amazing community of tendinitis people😂 Thank you thank you 🙏 And you are so KIND taking the time to respond to everyone here!❤

[@lilajimenez8106]

Jerome, I used to play pickleball and run 🏃🏿‍♀️ and walk. Now, I’m doing swimming 🏊‍♀️ if you have a pool near you that’s an excellent exercise to be in shape. I’m doing PT 2/week and I’m doing stretches that also promotes blood . Jerome you HAVE CREATED an amazing community of people suffering from tendinitis. I am so grateful ! Thank you thank you 🙏 And you are so KIND taking the time to respond to everyone here!❤

[@angelamacarthur1002]

Thanks so much for sharing! Do you have an email I could ask you a few questions about your video? This is very helpful. Thanks.

[@JC-tg5ew]

Incredible revelation Thank You JESUS!!!!!

[@damondeaton1757]

I wanted to post a follow up response. Since I posted here about a year ago I'm doing much better and do not use tape any more since I no longer have pain in the achilles. I had both insertional and mid achilles tendonitis. All I changed was me shoes from Asics to Altra (no heel elevation) , cleaned up my diet and exercise normally, get plenty of sleep. Occasionally I have some pain but it much better now. When I go on long hikes now I notice soreness the next day in the upper portion of the soleus where its supposed to be sore.

[@jeromep4148]

Good stuff!!

[@MathieuDuponchelle]

I'm super glad taping helped you, and thanks a lot for sharing this. Have you tried eccentric heel drops to also help address the underlying issue?

[@jeromep4148]

Not familiar with that. What is it?

[@jeromep4148]

Yes I did try that. I know it works for many though.

[@MathieuDuponchelle]

@@jeromep4148 Hah, I'm not sure what answer I should reply to :) I'm referring to the Alfredson protocol, if you search for that on google you should get a good description. I'm just on a week of doing the exercises, and while they're time-consuming when done properly I think I can already feel improvements, more improvement than I have felt in a previous month of just resting and stretches. This injury is frustrating however, I find it very hard to measure progress, which also makes it hard to evaluate solutions with any level of certainty. The taping is a great idea, again I'm thankful for you posting the video, if on top of strengthening I can also add a layer of protection that certainly can't hurt!

[@MichaelMidnight]

I have insertional achilles tendonitis caused by running and ultimately aggravated it by running on uneven road. I did the rest thing and started to just walk around my neighborhood and woke up the next day with it throbbing and me limping. Would your taping technique help with the walking. Like you and others have mentioned, time, rest, and inactivity does help but man does the inactivity deal a blow in terms of activeness, exercise, stress, and diet. Really appreciate this video!

[@jeromep4148]

By “insertional” , do you mean where the Achilles attaches to heel bone? That’s is what I have. The taping will definitely help. Give it a try!

[@MichaelMidnight]

@@jeromep4148 Yeah! Right where the tendon attaches to the heel. It's one tough critter to capture. Ordered some of the tapes you recommended. Can't wait to try it!

[@KSTsonic]

I play bass, cycle, live in Florida and have Achilles’ tendon issues. We should hang out. Lol. Thanks for the video I’ll try the tape today

[@jeromep4148]

Too funny

[@queenc2144]

I’m sure you tried compression before. Why do you think this worked? It doesn’t make sense that it prevents over straining because it can get stirred up by walking to the bathroom. I’m gonna try it tho TY

[@danieldaniel100]

Have you tried PRP treatment?

[@eddiegeorge6114]

Ive been using a foam type heel brace NEO G make. It gives support and eases pain. If i don't do any stretching and strengthening exercises,i suffer more. So far ive had achilles tendonitus for 3 weeks so early days yet. Im avoidng excessive use,any hiking ect. So i cycle to keep fit.

[@bilalelhabboub336]

Hi Jerome, thank you for video. I have a question, I don't mean to doubt your words and taping idea, but if this injury needs some rest and time in order to reduce inflammation or calcification, then how is taping and then activating it would get rid of the Tendonitis?

[@jeromep4148]

I had problem with both legs. Taping my left gave enough assistance that it was sort of like resting it. The problem went away and I no longer need to tape. My other leg was a true injury. Taping allows me to continue tennis with no worsening. But I still have to be careful. I am 66 yrs old so age is not in my side …

[@dean8793]

Had it in both for about a year and a half no idea how you have survived 30 years of that pain

[@rb5337]

That's OK if that's all you have...KT-Tape is much better and you only need one long piece and a short cross piece where the ankle hollows. You "must-have" proper tension all the time. I call games alone for senior men's ball and KT "stays on for a couple of days". The white tape does not breathe and you can see the slack on the back strap with the white tape. That means it lost tension as you played and you risk re-injuring the Achillies. The KT stays on all the time when I am on the field, it's also helping the two heel bursa heal. LOTS OF ICE for the injury. Dr. Ho TENS also helps me quite a lot. It sucks getting old, body parts are worn out, and I'm a 60's model.

[@jeromep4148]

I tried kt tape initially and for whatever reason I abandoned it. It am actually using a different tape that has super good elasticity and it’s working phenomenally well. It’s the elasticity that is making a big difference for me. So I like your idea on the Kt. I am actually going to experiment with yoga bands. Just have to figure out the attachment. I am going to try it out in the next week or so. Once I nail that I’ll go on shark tank and team up with Mr Wonderful ;)

[@rb5337]

@@jeromep4148 Do you have hairy legs? I had to shave the area that the KT tape was going on. I like your tape job and could have used it when I was logging and jammed my ankles. I packed a role of Elastoplast tape in my working days, along with a compression bandage. I think my wife enjoyed taking the tape off along with my hair😯...Game night...fresh tape on now. $13cdn for KT-Tape at Walmart.

[@rb5337]

@@jeromep4148 YOU DO WHAT WORKS 😎 for you

[@rb5337]

@@jeromep4148 I may try adding white tape over the KT when the injury is more painful. Almost like a splint. I jammed my ankle into a hole in the batter's box following the batter-runner to 1st, and that is how I hurt my Achillies/Bursa.

[@_gabeybabey]

Which parts do you wrap when you use kt tape? I have used white tape too and it ends up loosening up like you said

[@disgustingwater]

Thank you ❤ I have this, from chasing puppies! I’m anxious to find tape, before they wake from their nap.😂

[@bronson2171]

I have it in both of mine.

[@rkgrant]

for the parts that go around the foot and around the calf to hold your primary tapes - the ones going from the ball of the foot to the Achilles tendon - why not use reusable elastic cloth bandages (with clips for tension) ?

[@Deanriley]

A big fan of taping; cured my plantar fasciitis with taping.

[@jeromep4148]

Purist argue this is not a solution, which I get, but for some, it is all that is needed to get you over the hump of a problem. Find what works for you … milage may vary …

[@tazballer24]

Thanks for this vid man!! My question is however, did you have insertional or mid portion achilles tendinopathy? Im just wondering if the taping work for both types. I've got insertional on my right achilles, and actually tore my left achilles last July.

[@jeromep4148]

Mid on my left and inserting on my right. The mid leg has zero problems since taping. Really happy about that. The insertional Achilles is ok if avoid overdoing it. I do have to be mindful - this is from a skiing injury (not so much an over use issue).

[@tazballer24]

@@jeromep4148 thanks man. Hopefully we're both free and clear from this demon of an injury real soon 😅😅🤞🏽🤞🏽

[@johnmessina9721]

thanks for the video...question, after playing did you feel any pain or did the taping work so that you didn't need to ice it later on.

[@jeromep4148]

On leg is now totally fine (the original problem!!)- no longer taping no ice . On the other leg , I have a bone spur from a skiing injury. Taping keeps me active but it may need to be addressed …

[@cmd41par]

Thx for this. I have been struggling with this since Aug 2022... Very painful and I have taken extended breaks. I have taped 3 times now and the pain is gone and my achilles hasnt "flared" up. I am a little concerned how long I should continue taping. Do you tape every time ? Any long-term taping concerns ? thx very much...

[@jeromep4148]

One leg fixed from taping for 8 months. The other requires everytime I play tennis. Bone spur from skiing accident. Lets me play however !!

[@OmerBerkman]

thanks for this. Did you do any strengthening exercises on your calf / feet?

[@jeromep4148]

I did not - I just ramped up my regular activity.

[@mayumi5921]

I have chronic Achilles tendinitis in both ankles :( it sucks. I can’t walk for more than a few blocks without pain, sometimes a few steps hurts. I’ve been going to physical therapy for two years and nothing ever really helps. I reinjure so easily. I too have a bunch of different things I’ve bought to try to heal myself. I hope your suggestions will finally help me overcome the pain!

[@jeromep4148]

Depressing story :( Try taping and see if it helps . Please let us know.

[@Eric-rf6te]

Did it help?

[@J-MOK]

I've tried this and its brilliant. God bless you for this video. However the tape is quite expensive nowadays and I wanted to know if I can use a bandage (which is reusable) to wrap my ankle+Achilles? Would it provide the same results?

[@jeromep4148]

It’s worth a try. For me ankle wraps (which I bought several) didn’t do it. Seems like a bandage would have similar limitations- but you need to try it. I did recently try using a one of those thin, 5 ft long yoga bands. I couldn’t figure out how to anchor it to my calf though. Good luck!

[@leonardo7ace]

Unfortunately, bandages aren't going to help. Taping works coz it is mechanically inline with the tendon stretch and should offload the tensile stresses when applied correctly

[@maryfuzzell6262]

I did my own style of taping and it does help to feel normal and supported. . But, a word of caution.. The tape ripped the skin off the top of my bare foot ... so I tape over my thin socks to prevent this injury. It took weeks for the skin tot heal. taping on the skin of my heel and bottom of the foot is fine.. but I put on my bootie sock before finishing the tape over the top of my foot.

[@jeromep4148]

I have only done the tape for non sport activity once- I wore it all day and had the the same issue. For sport stuff where I am sweating a lot , no issue.

[@adventurerdays7888]

No good for running miles then ?

[@jeromep4148]

I would think it would work fine. Works great for tennis.