Morning stiffness, pain when running and a thickened Achilles tendon that won't heal?
For chronic Achilles tendinopathy, ultrasound-guided PRP combined with eccentric loading can heal the degenerated tendon structure.
Medically reviewed by Johan Hedevåg, MD
Achilles tendinosis is a chronic degenerative change in the Achilles tendon causing pain, stiffness and reduced function. With diagnostic ultrasound and ultrasound-guided PRP combined with the right rehab, the tendon structure can heal and you can return to full activity.
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Achilles tendinosis is a degenerative — not acute inflammatory — change in the Achilles tendon. It develops gradually from overload and causes pain, morning stiffness and often a visible thickening of the tendon. Many try to run through it, which worsens the condition. Without proper treatment the injury can become chronic and, in the worst case, lead to tendon rupture.
After diagnostic ultrasound mapping the state of the tendon, PRP is placed with precision into the degenerated area. Treatment is always combined with a structured eccentric loading programme, which is the single most important rehabilitative factor for Achilles tendinosis. Most patients notice clear improvement within 8–12 weeks.
We always begin with a thorough examination by a licensed physiotherapist with diagnostic ultrasound.
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