18/01/2026
🎾 With the Australian Open underway, one injury we see a lot in tennis and many other sports is Achilles tendinopathy.
Quick changes of direction. Explosive push-offs. Repeated loading.
Your Achilles tendon takes a big hit whether you’re playing tennis, running, doing gym classes, or weekend sport.
Common signs we see:
• Pain or stiffness first thing in the morning
• Tenderness just above the heel
• Pain that eases as you warm up, then flares later
• Reduced power when pushing off or jumping
🚩 Don’t ignore it! Early Achilles pain is much easier to manage than a long-term tendon issue.
How can we treat it
✔️ Early pain management
✔️ Smart load management (not complete rest)
✔️ Progressive calf strengthening
✔️ Manage training load
✔️ A gradual, structured return to activity