Struggling with Achilles Tendon Pain? Physiotherapy in Prahran Can Help You Recover Faster
Achilles tendon injuries are more common than most people realise. Whether you’re a dedicated athlete or simply enjoy staying active, pain in your Achilles tendon can slow you down and seriously impact your mobility.
At Bodhiworks Physiotherapy in Prahran, Melbourne, we help people recover from Achilles tendon injuries with personalised, evidence-based physiotherapy. With early treatment and the right guidance, you can return to walking, running and living pain-free sooner than you think.
What Is an Achilles Tendon Injury?
The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the body, connecting your calf muscles to your heel bone. It’s essential for daily movements like walking, climbing stairs, running and jumping.
When the tendon becomes irritated, inflamed or torn, it can cause:
Pain or stiffness at the back of the ankle
Swelling or tenderness
Difficulty walking, especially first thing in the morning or after rest
Pain that worsens with activity
Without treatment, minor injuries can worsen — and in around 10% of cases, result in a complete tendon rupture. Early physiotherapy intervention is key.
Common Causes of Achilles Tendon Injuries
Understanding what causes these injuries can help with both treatment and prevention. The most common causes include:
Overuse – Often from a sudden increase in activity levels, common in runners or gym-goers
Poor footwear – Shoes without adequate heel and arch support can stress the tendon
Inadequate warm-up – Jumping into intense activity without preparing the muscles
Biomechanical imbalances – Such as tight calf muscles or weak glutes, increasing tendon load
If you’re feeling discomfort in your Achilles tendon, don’t ignore it — early care prevents long-term damage.
How Physiotherapy at Bodhiworks Helps You Recover
At Bodhiworks Physiotherapy Prahran, our physiotherapists take a holistic, hands-on approach to helping you heal. We treat the symptoms and the cause to give you long-lasting results — not just short-term relief.
Here’s how we support your recovery:
1. Personalised Assessment & Diagnosis
Your first session includes:
A detailed movement and injury history
Physical assessment of strength, flexibility and tendon load tolerance
Identification of contributing biomechanical or postural factors
This allows us to create a tailored rehabilitation program to support your unique recovery journey.
2. Pain Relief & Inflammation Management
We use safe, effective techniques to ease pain and reduce inflammation, including:
Manual therapy to reduce stiffness and improve blood flow
Ice or contrast therapy post-activity to reduce swelling
Ultrasound therapy to promote healing at a cellular level
Taping or bracing, if needed, for tendon offloading
Early pain management allows for better movement and faster rehab progression.
3. Restore Mobility & Flexibility
Restoring your ankle range of motion and calf flexibility is essential to healing. Your program may include:
Calf stretches (e.g., gastrocnemius and soleus stretches)
Ankle mobilisation techniques
Mobility drills to reintroduce safe, full tendon movement
📈 Daily stretching can improve flexibility by up to 30% in just a few weeks.
4. Rebuild Strength Safely
Strong muscles support healthy tendons. Our progressive strengthening programs may include:
Isometric exercises (like static heel raises) to begin strengthening without overload
Eccentric exercises (like slow, controlled calf drops) to rebuild tendon resilience
Plyometric drills as healing progresses, especially for athletes returning to sport
✅ Studies show that eccentric loading exercises reduce chronic Achilles pain by up to 60%.
5. Return-to-Activity & Injury Prevention
As your tendon heals, we prepare you to return to your normal activity with confidence:
Functional retraining (e.g., stair climbing, hopping, agility drills)
Gradual reintroduction to running or sport
Monitoring tendon load and fatigue
Clear timelines for staged return to full performance
You’ll also receive guidance on:
Footwear selection for your foot type and activity
Training load management (e.g., not increasing intensity by more than 10–15% per week)
Warm-up and cool-down routines to protect the tendon long-term
Why Choose Bodhiworks Physiotherapy in Prahran?
We’re not just here to treat pain — we’re here to help you move better, stay active and avoid future injuries.
What sets Bodhiworks apart:
✔ Experienced physiotherapists with a hands-on, whole-body approach
✔ Convenient location in Prahran, easily accessible from Melbourne CBD
✔ Custom programs for athletes, active individuals and everyday movers
✔ Strong focus on injury prevention and patient education
Whether your injury is new or ongoing, we’re here to support your recovery every step of the way.
When Should You Book a Physiotherapy Appointment?
Book an appointment if you’re experiencing:
Pain or swelling at the back of your heel
Difficulty walking or pushing off with your foot
Pain that gets worse with activity or first thing in the morning
Lingering tendon tightness that’s not improving with rest
⏱️ The earlier you begin treatment, the faster you’ll heal — and the lower your risk of long-term damage.
Book Your Appointment Today
Don’t let Achilles pain hold you back from living actively and comfortably. Whether you’re returning to sport, staying fit or simply want to walk pain-free again — Bodhiworks Physiotherapy in Prahran is here to help.
Conveniently located in Prahran, near South Yarra, Windsor and Melbourne CBD📞 Or call us to speak to one of our friendly team members
Ph: 0402 610 027
