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What to Expect After Achilles Bone Spur Surgery

Achilles Bone Spur Surgery Recovery Time 6-8 Weeks Best Treatment

Achilles bone spur surgery recovery time can usually take at least 6-8 weeks until you walk without a cast or boot.  You can start moving in a supportive shoe with a lace-up ankle brace.

Recover Stronger: A Clear Look at Your Healing Timeline

Achilles bone spur surgery can significantly relieve chronic heel pain and improve mobility—but recovery takes time and care. Most patients can expect an initial healing period of 6–8 weeks, followed by physical therapy and a gradual return to full activity over the next few months. With proper post-op support, your recovery can be smooth and successful. Let’s break down what the process really looks like and how you can optimize your outcome.

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Recovery time after Achilles bone spur surgery typically ranges from 3 to 6 months, depending on the severity of the spur and whether the Achilles tendon was detached during surgery. The first few weeks usually involve non-weight-bearing rest with a cast or walking boot. Physical therapy often starts between 4–6 weeks post-op to gradually restore strength and flexibility. Complete healing—including returning to sports or high-impact activity—can take up to a full year in some cases. Following your podiatrist’s post-op plan is key to avoiding complications and ensuring a successful return to pain-free movement.

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Insertional Achilles Tendonitis Heel Pain

Achilles Bone Spur Causes

  • An Achilles bone spur is caused by a chronic condition called Achilles tendinitis.
  • The Achilles tendon rips away from the bone just a little bit every day. This takes many years for the spur to form. But every single day.
  • This tendon then bleeds, and that blood turns into bone.
  • As many years go by. This begins to look like a spark.
  • That is how an Achilles tendon-bone spur is cost.
Calcaneus Bone Spur Bottom of the heel spur
This is a bone spur at the bottom of the heel. This is caused by a condition called plantar fasciitis.
Achilles tendon-bone spur is at the back of the heel where the Achilles tendon inserts.

Achilles Bone Spur Symptoms

Symptoms of an Achilles bone spur are:

  • Bone formation at the back of the heel.
  • Pain in the Achilles tendon. About 2 to 6 cm above the heel bone.
  • Difficulty standing for a very long time.
  • Deep aching pain just above the heel bone.
  • Rubbing of the heel bone against the back of the shoe.
  • Difficulty standing barefoot.
Achilles tendon bone spur back of the heel spur
This is an example of the start of the tiny Achilles tendon heel spur. This starts where the Achilles tendon inserts into the back of the heel bone.
Suppose left unchecked for many years. This can develop into a large painful back of the heel spur.

Achilles Bone Spur Surgery Goals:

  • If the Achilles bone spur is large and prominent, the goal is to smooth the bone down and softer.
  • If there is Achilles tendon damage, then that may need to be fixed as well with surgery.
  • The primary objective is to have a smooth back of the heel.
Haglund Bump Achilles tendon heel spur
A large rounded bump like this is called a Haglund’s bump. This is not quite an Achilles tendon insertional heel spur.

What signs that you may need Achilles Bone Spur Surgery?

Some signs that you may need Achilles bone spur surgery are the following:

  • Pain.
  • Difficulty walking
  • Achilles tendon pain and possible damage.
  • Degeneration of the Achilles tendon.
  • Not getting better with good shoes.
  • Not getting better with a good brace.
Achilles tendonitis insertional heel spur back of the heel spur
This is a true Achilles tendon insertional heel spur. This patient had years of chronic Achilles tendonitis pain. This led to chronic hearing out of the Achilles tendon from the bone, and as it bled, that blood turned into bone over many years.

When Should You Avoid Achilles Bone Spur Surgery

Achilles bone spur surgery should be avoided if you you are not a surgical candidate. If you have health problems, the focus should be more on non-surgical therapy.

Achilles bone spur surgery may not be for you if:

  • You have not tried better shoes.
  • You have not tried a brace.
  • If you are a smoker.
  • If you have a systemic illness such as diabetes.
  • If you cannot tolerate 6-8 weeks off of your feet.
  • If you cannot tolerate being in a cast or a boot.

Achilles Bone Spur Surgery Recovery Time Specifics:

Day of surgery:

  • You will be placed in a splint for 1 week. This is a non-weight-bearing splint.

1-week appointment:

  • You will be placed in a cast for 2 weeks.

3rd-week appointment:

  • You will transition into a walking boot with a lift for the next 4-6 weeks.
  • Your stitches will be removed at this point.

7-8th week appointment:

  • We will look at how you are doing in the boot.
  • We will start physical therapy.
Back of the heel spur and bottom of the heel spur
This patient had both Achilles tendinitis and plantar fasciitis at the same time for many years. You can see that there are the beginnings of an Achilles tendon heel spur in the plantar fascia heel spur at the bottom of the foot.

What Are Heel Spurs?

  • Heel spurs are bony outgrowths in the heel that most frequently occur on both the heel’s bottom and back.
  • The Achilles tendon inserts on the back of the heel.
  • The plantar fascia inserts into the bottom of the heel.

Causes of Heel Spurs:

  • Spurs usually develop on the heel bone where a tendon or a ligament attaches to the heel bone.
  • The heel spurs on the back of the heel are associated with the Achilles tendon, which is described as an Achilles tendon insertional bone spur.
  • The spurs that happened at the bottom of the foot are called plantar fasciitis-associated bone spurs.
  • Both the Achilles tendon and the plantar fascia can cause what is considered a heel spur.
  • As the ligament pulls out of the bone, this can lead to bleeding. This blood then hardens to the bone.
  • As the years go by, this cycle leads to a spur.

1. The plantar fasciitis bone spur:

  • Bone spurs on the bottom of the heel bone are formed by the tearing out the plantar fascia from the heel bone. The plantar fascia is a thick ligamentous structure that supports the arch. It prevents your foot from essentially breaking off from the heel bone. Usually, the first step of this is called plantar fasciitis. This is when the ligament becomes inflamed and painful and then becomes thick and scarred. The plantar fascia eventually starts to tear out of the heel bone, and as the body starts to heal it, it can form some extra bone in the form of a spur.
  • A lot of studies have been done about the bottom of the foot heel spur.
  • This is something that can cause you a lot of pain.
  • In many cases, you developed microscopic tearing of the plantar fascia ligament, and as you bleed out of the bone, this blood can turn into the bone.
  • As you can see on x-rays, the spur does not point straight down into the ground, but it points toward the toes, where the heel bone rips away from the plantar fascia.
  • Treatment of plantar fascia heel spurs involves resting, letting the microtears heal, arch stabilizing orthotics, anti-inflammatory medications, icing, and stretching programs.
  • Physical therapy is also useful for plantar fasciitis. Steroid injections are also used to decrease plantar fasciitis pain rapidly. You can use steroid injections for the bottom of the foot, but this is a bad idea for the Achilles tendon inserting into the heel. However, there are some questions regarding this. For example, the studies are not always strong.
  • Most cases of plantar fasciitis will resolve within a few months of treatment. Still, if this is something that continues for a long time for you, it may benefit from heel spur debridement or plantar fasciitis surgery. The most common way to treat this is to lengthen the plantar fascia ligament partially. When a heel spur is present, it can sometimes be removed at the same time, although the studies are mixed regarding this.
  • The recovery time for this generally can involve staying off it for 4 to 6 weeks in a boot or a cast. Followed by physical therapy.
Insertional Achilles tendon heel spur and back of heel spur
This is the start of a moderate insertional Achilles tendon-bone spur. This is a large spur that does rub the back of the heel for this patient. An option would be to cut out this spur, and this patient did not have complete relief with changing shoes, heel gel pads, and orthotics.
 

The Achilles tendon insertional bone spur:

  • The Achilles tendon is the largest and the most powerful in the body! It is formed from two strong leg muscles, the gastrocnemius, and the soleus. These two muscles come together to form the Achilles tendon, and they insert into the back of the heel. This is different than the bottom of the heel where the plantar fascia inserts. This is the main tendon responsible for your foot pushing downward and pushing off with your toes.
  • The Achilles tendon-bone spur mostly occurs in a direction pointing straight up in the direction of the Achilles tendon. This is where the edge of the shoe usually meets the heel bone. Therefore you have a lot of pain in this heel bone.
  • There are many reasons why someone can develop an Achilles tendon-bone spur, but most commonly, it is due to overuse, prior injury, and a combination of weight gain. These bone spurs could be small, or they can be enormous, depending on your medical condition.
  • In most cases, the bone spurs will develop within the tendon, not outside the tendon.
  • The size of the bone spur has been studied well and doesn’t always correlate with the pain. Large bone spurs can be completely pain-free, whereas small ones can be 10 out of 10 pain that can cause crying and the inability to perform even the most basic tasks.
  • The first line of treatment for Achilles bone spur is to see exactly why you are having this problem!
  • Achilles bone spur treatment can be achieved by stretching your shoes, lifting your heel so that the back of the spur is not running in the shoe. In some cases, simply lifting a heel within the same office visit can completely relieve the pain 100%.
  • It is generally not the best idea to inject steroids into this heel spur, as there is a risk of damaging your Achilles tendon. But it is useful to take advantage of physical therapy, icing, anti-inflammatories, and ultrasound to live to alleviate the pain.
  • Achilles bone spur surgery can be performed to remove the heel bone spur. For a lot of people, this can be a very effective procedure. The simple smaller bone spur can be excised without completely detaching the Achilles tendon. A bone spur that is very large and takes up most of the tendon can often require removing a large portion of the Achilles tendon. In some cases, you may even need to perform a tendon transfer to improve the repair.
  • In our clinic, you do need to be in a cast for approximately 4 to 6 weeks. This is then followed by up to four weeks in a boot, followed by an issue with the heel left. At this point, you will need physical therapy to get your Achilles tendon moving again. As you can see, this is a very long healing time!
  • But if you have a spur that is not getting better, if a year has gone by and you are still in crippling pain, if you are gaining weight and becoming in worse and worse shape than whether you have!

Find ways to take pressure off of the Achilles Tendon:

  • The best way to do this is to find great shoes.
  • Great shoes are then best combined with great orthotics.
  • Sometimes a lace-up ankle brace may be needed if the first two options don’t work for your Achilles pain. Usually, with these three things, you can take an amazing amount of pressure off them.
  • The key is actually to wear them. Wearing these devices during dinner and walking barefoot for the other 23hrs of the day won’t fix the problem.
  • For some people, if the pain is bad, they may need a cast or boot for at least a few weeks.
  • See your podiatrist and get an x-ray of your heel if you think something might be broken. Even a pair of your Achilles tendon may need an ultrasound or an MRI.

Stabilize the Heel With Orthotics:

  • Whether the tendon is too tight or not is not the problem; it’s how compressed the Achilles tendon gets against the back of the heel.
  • You have to find a way to keep the heel bone from tilting up so much and pressing the Achilles tendon against the back of the heel bump.
  • When it’s loaded, the calcaneus gets turned up and out.
  • This twisting is when the bone rubs against the Achilles tendon the most.

Full-Length Orthotics Stabilize Your Heel the Best:

  • These are our favorite full-length orthotics.
  • These will support your heel much better than a 3/4″ length orthotic.
  • The main downside is the tighter fit, so get your shoe 1/2 a size bigger.

These are the best non-lace shoe orthotics:

  • These work best if your shoe is really tight and you still need a good fit!

Fix the underlying problems:

These are Too much pressure and too little flexibility.

  • If this truly is a life-altering condition that you have a hard time fixing, make some of the tough choices.
  • For example, I can guarantee you if you were a computer programmer and weighed 100 pounds, there is almost no chance that you would have Achilles tendinitis.
  • But if you weigh 300 pounds and work on a factory floor 16 hours a day, there’s about a 95% chance that you will have knee arthritis, Achilles tendonitis, hip and back pain. One of these is guaranteed.

Why does Achilles tendonitis persist long term?

2 short answers: Too much pressure and too little flexibility.

  • I’m not saying you must meet all these tough criteria listed above.
  • Even losing 5 to 10 pounds can take a significant amount of pressure off your feet.
  • Even stretching 1 minute every morning can make a huge difference!
  • Because the important thing is once you heal this problem, you don’t want it ever to come back.
  • There is no doubt about it. Achilles tendonitis takes forever to get better, so give it a chance for a few weeks or months to cool down, as in step 1.
  • Then correct the reasons that cause that to happen in the first place, and it will stay away forever.

Stretching Does Help (Even if it doesn’t fix it alone):

  • Even if it doesn’t fix the problem completely alone, this is a great modality to reduce Achilles tendinitis.
  • Once you understand this concept, you will understand why it happens. Think about it as a rope going along the tree and you pulling against that rope.
  • We have to find a way to get that bone to stop rubbing against the  Achilles tendon. A lot of the time, it’s by lifting the heel bone or getting rid of that top of the bone spur.
  • An orthotic and shoe is a good way to do this long-term, not stretching. But this only works if the tendon cools down from swelling first.

Our favorite static stretching devices:

  • These devices mean that they do the stretching for you.
  • You could wear these while watching TV for 15-30 minutes at a time.
  • Studies show you will gain significant ankle flexibility after 1 month of daily wearing.

Retrocalcaneal Heel Spur Surgery:

  • Retrocalcaneal Heel Spur Surgery is just another way of saying Achilles Bone Spur Surgery.
  • The recovery time is still in the 6-8week range.
 

Retrocalcaneal heel spur surgery is also known as Achilles bone spur surgery:

Achilles Bone Spur Surgery Recovery Time

Back Of The Heel Pain Treatment

Best Achilles Tendonitis Heel Pain Treatment

Best Back of Heel Pain Treatment

  • There are usually two phases to treating back of the heel pain.
  • The two phases of treatment include controlling the acute inflammation and correcting the biomechanics, which led to the problem in the first place.
  • If the tendons and ligaments are inflamed, they are almost frozen in place and cannot function properly.
  • Once the inflammation is decreased, we need to correct the biomechanical causes to ensure that the Achilles tendon can never become overworked and inflamed again!
  • This doesn’t matter whether it’s The back of the heel spur, fat pad atrophy, insertional Achilles tendinitis, Achilles tendinitis, or even Achilles tendinosis.
  • If you do have an Achilles tendon rupture or tear, seeing podiatrist care immediately.

Achilles Tendon Natural Treatment

Massage & Ice Products:

  • Ice is an excellent option that can be safe for almost everyone.
  • There is some debate about whether icing is worth doing, but this can help limit the need for medications and keep your options open for chronic pain.
  • This works great for your arch, less for the ball of the foot.
  • Manual massage on the Achilles tendon & calf muscle is a natural treatment that can also be considered physical therapy for your back of the heel pain.
  • This works well for calf muscle pain and Achilles tendon pain.
  • The more muscle and ligament tissue there is, the better ice will work there.

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It does a great job doing what it is supposed to do. Main downside is that it does not stay cold as long as the premium metal ball.
Important Tips:
Use it with a sock to start (could be too cold). Massaging and icing definitely loosens you up and makes you feel better, but you still have to prevent the pain in the first place. You still need stretching, orthotics and good shoes to prevent the initial damage.
Two things: Without the freezing component, it may be really painful for a very sore arch (So make sure to use ICE also). Also this only reduces pain, it does not stop the cause! You still need good orthotics, shoes and stretching to stop the pain in the first place!
Start with socks at first, especially if you have peripheral neuropathy => don’t freeze your foot! Remember that you still need good orthotics, good shoes and inserts as well as temporary activity reduction.
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Recoup Fitness Cryosphere Cold Massage Roller - 6 Hours Cold Relief - Ice Cup - Myofascial Release- Great for Recovery - Free Rolling Removable Ball - Deep Tissue Massage - Pain Relief - Ice Pack
Price:
Price not available
Overview:
Premium freezable metal ball that stays cold for up to 6 hours. Great for plantar fascia, neck, shoulders and calf muscles.
Pros:
Great reviews – near 5 star. Stays cold for a long time with deep penetrating plantar fascia massage. Used by professional athletes. Stays cold for HOURS!
Cons:
More expensive than some of the other options, but near perfect reviews.
Important Tips:
Use it with a sock to start (could be too cold). Massaging and icing definitely loosens you up and makes you feel better, but you still have to prevent the pain in the first place. You still need stretching, orthotics and good shoes to prevent the initial damage.
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Most Cost Effective Massage Roller.
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Price:
$7.99
Overview:
Amazing Price, Great Reviews – Non-Freezable Massage Rolling Stick
Pros:
Great for what it does. You roll it back and forth along your plantar fascia massaging the swelling and irritation out. Decreases pain. Thousands of 5 star reviews on Amazon.
Cons:
Is not freezable like the other two options. Massaging a sore muscle without the cold sensation can be very painful and render it useless to you if really sore.
Important Tips:
Two things: Without the freezing component, it may be really painful for a very sore arch (So make sure to use ICE also). Also this only reduces pain, it does not stop the cause! You still need good orthotics, shoes and stretching to stop the pain in the first place!
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Best Foot & Ankle Manual Massage Devices:
Cost Effective Freezable Massage Roller.
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Price:
$11.63
Overview:
Great price and it is freezable. Budget friendly freezable massage roller.
Pros:
Excellent reviews. It massages and ices, so it is a step up over the massage rollers. Near 5 star reviews with >500 reviews.
Cons:
It does a great job doing what it is supposed to do. Main downside is that it does not stay cold as long as the premium metal ball.
Important Tips:
Start with socks at first, especially if you have peripheral neuropathy => don’t freeze your foot! Remember that you still need good orthotics, good shoes and inserts as well as temporary activity reduction.
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Menthol Based Gels:

  • Biofreeze is one of our favorites.
  • These gels have been studied to work 2x as long as ice.
  • This works great for the ball of the foot.
  • This can be very effective for pain relief, but this can decrease inflammation in the calf muscle and Achilles tendon.

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Scientifically proven to loosen up and relief pain up to 2x longer than Ice. Less effort than ice and great reviews. 900+ 5 star reviews on Amazon.
The roll-on application of this biofreeze can be easier to apply. Less overall mess.
If you know you already love it and trust the reviews. This is a great value that lasts a long time.
It has great reviews, loved by the all natural crowd. 100s of 5 star reviews with a near perfect rating.
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Don’t put this on open sores or mucous membranes, it will burn! It can run out quick and doesn’t prevent pain, just helps it.
Not as easy to spread in other areas, main difference is the roll on applicator, same solution.
A gigantic bottle that could fall over and injure you! Seriously this could be too big in some situations.
Basically looks like menthol(active Biofreeze ingredient), but with hemp extract SKYROCKETING the price.
Important Tips:
Menthol is the active ingredient in this and other hemp based creams. It works similar to ice, but once you apply it you can just move on rather than waiting 20 minutes. **Works great to get your through the night if you have pain sleeping**
Roll-on method is best for the bottom of the feet. No other real advantage. Most patients like it prior to bed for easy sleeping without foot pain.
If you know you love it, this stuff works all over the sore areas in your body not just your foot. I have had many people get me to order this for them in the past and LOVED IT!
The hemp extract is almost nothing and likely a marketing gimmick. It’s basically Biofreeze with some hemp extract raising the price.
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Best & Proven Pain Relieving Gel.
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Price:
Price not available
Overview:
The Proven and Scientifically Published Menthol Based Gel
Pros:
Scientifically proven to loosen up and relief pain up to 2x longer than Ice. Less effort than ice and great reviews. 900+ 5 star reviews on Amazon.
Cons:
Don’t put this on open sores or mucous membranes, it will burn! It can run out quick and doesn’t prevent pain, just helps it.
Important Tips:
Menthol is the active ingredient in this and other hemp based creams. It works similar to ice, but once you apply it you can just move on rather than waiting 20 minutes. **Works great to get your through the night if you have pain sleeping**
Affiliate Link (Buying through these links will connect you to Amazon):
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Best Foot & Ankle Muscle/Ligament Pain Relief Products
Roll On Version of Biofreeze Gel.
Biofreeze-13533 Pain Relief Roll-On, 3 oz. Roll-On, Fast Acting, Long Lasting, & Powerful Topical Pain Reliever, Pack of 3 (Packaging May Vary)
Price:
$27.60
Overview:
Same as biofreeze gel, but the roll-on is prefered by some people for their feet, less messy.
Pros:
The roll-on application of this biofreeze can be easier to apply. Less overall mess.
Cons:
Not as easy to spread in other areas, main difference is the roll on applicator, same solution.
Important Tips:
Roll-on method is best for the bottom of the feet. No other real advantage. Most patients like it prior to bed for easy sleeping without foot pain.
Affiliate Link (Buying through these links will connect you to Amazon):
Buy on Amazon
Best Foot & Ankle Muscle/Ligament Pain Relief Products
A giant container of value size biofreeze.
Biofreeze Menthol Pain Relieving Gel 1 Gallon Bottle with Pump Topical Pain Relief for Sore Muscles, Arthritis, Backache, and Joint Pain, Original Green Formula, (Packaging May Vary)
Price:
Price not available
Overview:
8.1 lbs(3.67 kg) of Value Sized Biofreeze!
Pros:
If you know you already love it and trust the reviews. This is a great value that lasts a long time.
Cons:
A gigantic bottle that could fall over and injure you! Seriously this could be too big in some situations.
Important Tips:
If you know you love it, this stuff works all over the sore areas in your body not just your foot. I have had many people get me to order this for them in the past and LOVED IT!
Affiliate Link (Buying through these links will connect you to Amazon):
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Best Foot & Ankle Muscle/Ligament Pain Relief Products
Menthol Based Ointment with Hemp Extract
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Price:
$19.99
Overview:
This is an alternative cream: Basically Biofreeze + hemp extract.
Pros:
It has great reviews, loved by the all natural crowd. 100s of 5 star reviews with a near perfect rating.
Cons:
Basically looks like menthol(active Biofreeze ingredient), but with hemp extract SKYROCKETING the price.
Important Tips:
The hemp extract is almost nothing and likely a marketing gimmick. It’s basically Biofreeze with some hemp extract raising the price.
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Massage Sticks:

  • These can work great for loosening your muscles.
  • This allows less tightness and pressure onto the plantar fascia and heel.
  • This is very effective for the arch, the gastrocnemius, calf muscle, and the hamstring and thigh muscles.
  • This also works very well for the gluteus muscles if you are having butt cheek or hip pain.
  • The massage stick can break up lumps in your Achilles tendon and heel pain.

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Best Cost Effective Massage Roller.
Best & Most Affordable Foot Massage Unit
Tiger Tail 18in Massage Stick Portable Roller, Handheld, Deep Tissue Foam Roller, Body Massage and Myofascial Release Tool for Legs, Neck, Calves, Thighs, Shins & Back, The Original 18, Made in USA
Top Rated Muscle Roller Massage Stick: A Sports Body Massager Tool-Release Myofascial Trigger Points, Reduce Muscle Soreness, Tightness and Leg Cramps, Rub Muscle for Relief and Recovery
TISSCARE Shiatsu Calf Foot Massager Machine with Heat Leg Massager, Deep-Kneading for Tired Calf Leg Arm Plantar Fasciitis Neuropathy, Tired Muscles w/Adjustable bar (Dark Grey)
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Overview:
This is a great option because hair or skin never gets pinched between the wheels. Softer interface.
Great option for an amazing cost. Not as sturdy and comfortable as the tiger tail.
A well reviewed foot massage unit.
Pros:
Best reviews. Hair and skin cannot get pinched. Almost instantly makes you less tender and more flexible. This is a professional grade massage roller.
Amazing reviews for the price point. It essentially does the same job. Muscles feel great afterward. Same overall benefit.
Amazing reviews averaging almost 5 stars. Reasonable price compared to most other units. Relieves swelling and inflammation in your feet naturally.
Cons:
If truly injured (break or tear) this won’t fix your pain. But no real downsides as far as what a massage roller does. Reviews are near perfect.
Wheels and handles can come loose. As a result it can gap and pinch skin and leg hairs. Not as durable as the other roller recommended here.
A more expensive version of manual and ice massage. The extra $ is basically to remove the manual labor yourself if you are OK with that!
Important Tips:
Studies show how effective massage rollers are: Use for 30-60 seconds to loosen up tight muscles, and then you can stretch further short term(1-2 hrs). Great for calf, hamstring, thight and IT band muscle stretching.
Same as for the more expensive one. Studies show the real benefits appear in 30-60 seconds per muscle => less sore and more flexible. That is the time to take advantage and play sports/stay loose. Very proven results.
This can actually help loosen up your calf muscles and foot muscles for a better stretch. So take advantage! You will be less sore and more flexible, but the results disappear after 1-2 hours or so!
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Leg & Calf Muscle Massage Roller Sticks:
Best Overall Muscle Massage Stick
Tiger Tail 18in Massage Stick Portable Roller, Handheld, Deep Tissue Foam Roller, Body Massage and Myofascial Release Tool for Legs, Neck, Calves, Thighs, Shins & Back, The Original 18, Made in USA
Price:
$39.95
Overview:
This is a great option because hair or skin never gets pinched between the wheels. Softer interface.
Pros:
Best reviews. Hair and skin cannot get pinched. Almost instantly makes you less tender and more flexible. This is a professional grade massage roller.
Cons:
If truly injured (break or tear) this won’t fix your pain. But no real downsides as far as what a massage roller does. Reviews are near perfect.
Important Tips:
Studies show how effective massage rollers are: Use for 30-60 seconds to loosen up tight muscles, and then you can stretch further short term(1-2 hrs). Great for calf, hamstring, thight and IT band muscle stretching.
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Leg & Calf Muscle Massage Roller Sticks:
Best Cost Effective Massage Roller.
Top Rated Muscle Roller Massage Stick: A Sports Body Massager Tool-Release Myofascial Trigger Points, Reduce Muscle Soreness, Tightness and Leg Cramps, Rub Muscle for Relief and Recovery
Price:
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Overview:
Great option for an amazing cost. Not as sturdy and comfortable as the tiger tail.
Pros:
Amazing reviews for the price point. It essentially does the same job. Muscles feel great afterward. Same overall benefit.
Cons:
Wheels and handles can come loose. As a result it can gap and pinch skin and leg hairs. Not as durable as the other roller recommended here.
Important Tips:
Same as for the more expensive one. Studies show the real benefits appear in 30-60 seconds per muscle => less sore and more flexible. That is the time to take advantage and play sports/stay loose. Very proven results.
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Leg & Calf Muscle Massage Roller Sticks:
Best & Most Affordable Foot Massage Unit
TISSCARE Shiatsu Calf Foot Massager Machine with Heat Leg Massager, Deep-Kneading for Tired Calf Leg Arm Plantar Fasciitis Neuropathy, Tired Muscles w/Adjustable bar (Dark Grey)
Price:
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Overview:
A well reviewed foot massage unit.
Pros:
Amazing reviews averaging almost 5 stars. Reasonable price compared to most other units. Relieves swelling and inflammation in your feet naturally.
Cons:
A more expensive version of manual and ice massage. The extra $ is basically to remove the manual labor yourself if you are OK with that!
Important Tips:
This can actually help loosen up your calf muscles and foot muscles for a better stretch. So take advantage! You will be less sore and more flexible, but the results disappear after 1-2 hours or so!
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Remove the Achilles tendon tightness.

  • The key is to prevent future pain stress and trauma to the Achilles tendon muscle.
  • This means keeping you active while keeping stress off of your Achilles tendon. This will prevent future re-injury and the development of plantar fasciitis.
  • If you can get rid of the pain and swelling, this will let you start walking normally.
  • If you can walk normally, the vast majority of your pain should gradually start to go away.
  • The best way to ensure that your plantar fascia, foot, and ankle ligaments are not overworked is to support them.
  • The best way to support them is to use great orthotics and great shoes.
  • Some people may also need to rely on supportive ankle braces and other supportive modalities.

Best Shoes for Back of Heel Pain:

  • Getting a great supportive pair of Achilles tendonitis shoes will ensure that there is pressure removed from the heel and plantar fascia region.
  • This is especially important if you have plantar fasciitis, heel spur pain, or Achilles tendonitis as well.
  • Consider Achilles tendonitis shoes combined with a good supportive orthotic for best pain relief!
  • The following link will show you what our favorites are.

Best Achilles Tendonitis Insoles:

  • These are our recommended orthotics for Achilles tendonitis.
  • Custom orthotics can work very well, but they should not be the first line of treatment due to the cost.
  • There are different types of different shoes.
  • Women’s shoes usually need a less bulky orthotic but allow for less correction.
  • A full-length orthotic requires a running shoe, boot, or comfortable walking/dress shoe.
  • We recommend doing everything you can to get a good supportive shoe that can fit a full-length orthotic.
  • A further home remedy tip for Achilles tendonitis pain is cutting out a hole where the nodule uses scissors or a knife. Be careful and start with a very low-cost orthotic.

Click this link for the best podiatrist recommended orthotics!

Best Full Length Achilles tendonitis Orthotics:

  • These will only work in wider shoes or a good supportive running shoe.
  • This will not work in sandals, flats, or most women’s dress shoes.

Best Medium to Heavy Duty Heel Pain Orthotics:
Best Overall Orthotic For Everything (Medium Thick Fit)
Best Heavy Duty Orthotic (Thickest Fit)
Best SOFTER Choice For Sensitive Feet (Medium Thick Fit)
Best Women’s Orthotics
PowerStep Original Insoles - Arch Pain Relief Orthotics for Tight Shoes - Foot Support for Plantar Fasciitis, Mild Pronation, Foot & Arch Pain - Shoe Inserts for All, Made in USA (M 8-8.5, F 10-10.5)
PowerStep Pinnacle Maxx Orthotic Insoles, Maximum Stability & Comfort. Firm & Flexible Angled Heel Style to Help Flat Feet & Overpronation, Heavy Duty Inserts for Men and Women, Made in USA
220+ lbs Plantar Fasciitis High Arch Support Insoles Men Women - Flat Feet Orthotic Inserts Standing All Day - Work Boot Shoe Insoles - Shoe Sole Flat Foot Heavy Men
Superfeet All-Purpose Women's High Impact Support Insoles (Berry) - Trim-To-Fit Orthotic Arch Support Inserts for Women's Running Shoes - Professional Grade - Size 8.5-10 Women
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$44.95
$52.78
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$59.95
Overview:
These work best in shoes with laces and running shoes. Not good for dress shoes or women’s cute shoes.
Biggest and most corrective option. Only use for running shoes or work boots. Not cute shoes.
These are full length inserts, but softer. Great if you can’t tolerate the firmer ones. Best for very sore and sensitive feet.
Great Support & Better Fit
Pros:
Pretty much guaranteed to help you if it fits in your shoes and you give it 2 weeks to get used to. 5,000+ amazon reviews, great track record.
My personal favorite, but not for everyone. Amazing reviews over 3,500. But not for everyone. Only for bigger shoes that can fit them
They are softer and the initial break in time is AMAZING. But longer term benefits are less. >500 Almost 5 star amazon rating.
Sleek, supportive and have a better fit than the orthotics above.
Cons:
Do not wear these in cute or dress shoes!
Bigger and bulkier than all the other ones. You will be dissappointed if you have a cute women’s shoe or dress shoe. This is meant for running shoes and boots.
Great to start with, but don’t correct long term as much as the other ones.
A little bit more expensive.
Crucial Tips:
Ease in to these, 1-2hrs a day. They are like braces for your teeth, they suck at the beginning! But they will make your feet pain free as 1-2 weeks go by. Don’t give up on them after 1 or 2 days. Everyone feels off at the beginning!
This has the most correction, but hardest break in time! IF SENSITIVE, USE A SOFTER PAIR FIRST! But if you get these, you must break them in. Give it 1-2 hours a day, but then you will start to have excellent results. The bad reviews are all people who couldn’t fit it into their shoes and gave up too quickly. You have been WARNED!
If you are very sore, TRY THESE FIRST! These are easiest to break in with initially. If you are very sore and rigid, don’t use the heavy duty ones to start with.
These will have a harder time fitting in flats and pointed shoes.
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Best Medium to Heavy Duty Heel Pain Orthotics:
Best Overall Orthotic For Everything (Medium Thick Fit)
PowerStep Original Insoles - Arch Pain Relief Orthotics for Tight Shoes - Foot Support for Plantar Fasciitis, Mild Pronation, Foot & Arch Pain - Shoe Inserts for All, Made in USA (M 8-8.5, F 10-10.5)
Price:
$44.95
Overview:
These work best in shoes with laces and running shoes. Not good for dress shoes or women’s cute shoes.
Pros:
Pretty much guaranteed to help you if it fits in your shoes and you give it 2 weeks to get used to. 5,000+ amazon reviews, great track record.
Cons:
Do not wear these in cute or dress shoes!
Crucial Tips:
Ease in to these, 1-2hrs a day. They are like braces for your teeth, they suck at the beginning! But they will make your feet pain free as 1-2 weeks go by. Don’t give up on them after 1 or 2 days. Everyone feels off at the beginning!
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Best Medium to Heavy Duty Heel Pain Orthotics:
Best Heavy Duty Orthotic (Thickest Fit)
PowerStep Pinnacle Maxx Orthotic Insoles, Maximum Stability & Comfort. Firm & Flexible Angled Heel Style to Help Flat Feet & Overpronation, Heavy Duty Inserts for Men and Women, Made in USA
Price:
$52.78
Overview:
Biggest and most corrective option. Only use for running shoes or work boots. Not cute shoes.
Pros:
My personal favorite, but not for everyone. Amazing reviews over 3,500. But not for everyone. Only for bigger shoes that can fit them
Cons:
Bigger and bulkier than all the other ones. You will be dissappointed if you have a cute women’s shoe or dress shoe. This is meant for running shoes and boots.
Crucial Tips:
This has the most correction, but hardest break in time! IF SENSITIVE, USE A SOFTER PAIR FIRST! But if you get these, you must break them in. Give it 1-2 hours a day, but then you will start to have excellent results. The bad reviews are all people who couldn’t fit it into their shoes and gave up too quickly. You have been WARNED!
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Best Medium to Heavy Duty Heel Pain Orthotics:
Best SOFTER Choice For Sensitive Feet (Medium Thick Fit)
220+ lbs Plantar Fasciitis High Arch Support Insoles Men Women - Flat Feet Orthotic Inserts Standing All Day - Work Boot Shoe Insoles - Shoe Sole Flat Foot Heavy Men
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Overview:
These are full length inserts, but softer. Great if you can’t tolerate the firmer ones. Best for very sore and sensitive feet.
Pros:
They are softer and the initial break in time is AMAZING. But longer term benefits are less. >500 Almost 5 star amazon rating.
Cons:
Great to start with, but don’t correct long term as much as the other ones.
Crucial Tips:
If you are very sore, TRY THESE FIRST! These are easiest to break in with initially. If you are very sore and rigid, don’t use the heavy duty ones to start with.
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Best Medium to Heavy Duty Heel Pain Orthotics:
Best Women’s Orthotics
Superfeet All-Purpose Women's High Impact Support Insoles (Berry) - Trim-To-Fit Orthotic Arch Support Inserts for Women's Running Shoes - Professional Grade - Size 8.5-10 Women
Price:
$59.95
Overview:
Great Support & Better Fit
Pros:
Sleek, supportive and have a better fit than the orthotics above.
Cons:
A little bit more expensive.
Crucial Tips:
These will have a harder time fitting in flats and pointed shoes.
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Best Dress Shoe Achilles tendonitisOrthotics:

  • These are a great choice for dress orthotics.

Best Dress Shoe Orthotics:
Best Fitting Dress Shoe Orthotic (3/4″)
Best Full Length Dress Orthotic.
Great Heavy Duty Insole for Men
Powerstep Signature Dress 3/4-Length Insoles – Dress Shoe Insoles for Men and Women
Powerstep Signature Dress Full-Length Insoles for Men and Women
Superfeet Casual Men's Easyfit Insoles - Comfort Shoe Inserts for Men - Anti-Fatigue Orthotic Insoles for Dress Shoes - Professional Grade - Size 7.5-9 Men
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$34.95
Overview:
This is my top choice due to best fit. It is a little less supportive than full length, but fit is the key in dress shoes!
Best option if you can fit a full length orthotic. This does give you most control.
Great price and heavy duty insole for Oxford shoes.
Pros:
Excellent overall fit. This will fit in almost every dress shoe. Excellent reviews and reasonable cost overall. Can’t go wrong in most cases.
Great color dress option. Not the most corrective, but very color and dress appropriate. Great Reviews. Better correction and relief than the 3/4″ length.
These fit in most shoes and have really good predictable results
Cons:
Less correction than full length and heavy duty orthotics.
These can have a poor fit in in some shoes. If you have tight shoes, DO NOT BUY the full length orthotic! You have been warned.
They are not full length and thus do not provide as much support
Crucial Tips:
If you haven’t used dress orthotics before, get this one and avoid poor fit. If you wear dress shoes every day with room, the full length might give you more support.
This is will work great in most men’s shoes that are not pointy. If you have a rounded toe box, this will probably work well. If a tight shoe go with the 3/4″ length.
Get these for Oxford and pointed shoes. This will provide best results.
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Best Dress Shoe Orthotics:
Best Fitting Dress Shoe Orthotic (3/4″)
Powerstep Signature Dress 3/4-Length Insoles – Dress Shoe Insoles for Men and Women
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Overview:
This is my top choice due to best fit. It is a little less supportive than full length, but fit is the key in dress shoes!
Pros:
Excellent overall fit. This will fit in almost every dress shoe. Excellent reviews and reasonable cost overall. Can’t go wrong in most cases.
Cons:
Less correction than full length and heavy duty orthotics.
Crucial Tips:
If you haven’t used dress orthotics before, get this one and avoid poor fit. If you wear dress shoes every day with room, the full length might give you more support.
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Best Dress Shoe Orthotics:
Best Full Length Dress Orthotic.
Powerstep Signature Dress Full-Length Insoles for Men and Women
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Overview:
Best option if you can fit a full length orthotic. This does give you most control.
Pros:
Great color dress option. Not the most corrective, but very color and dress appropriate. Great Reviews. Better correction and relief than the 3/4″ length.
Cons:
These can have a poor fit in in some shoes. If you have tight shoes, DO NOT BUY the full length orthotic! You have been warned.
Crucial Tips:
This is will work great in most men’s shoes that are not pointy. If you have a rounded toe box, this will probably work well. If a tight shoe go with the 3/4″ length.
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Best Dress Shoe Orthotics:
Great Heavy Duty Insole for Men
Superfeet Casual Men's Easyfit Insoles - Comfort Shoe Inserts for Men - Anti-Fatigue Orthotic Insoles for Dress Shoes - Professional Grade - Size 7.5-9 Men
Price:
$34.95
Overview:
Great price and heavy duty insole for Oxford shoes.
Pros:
These fit in most shoes and have really good predictable results
Cons:
They are not full length and thus do not provide as much support
Crucial Tips:
Get these for Oxford and pointed shoes. This will provide best results.
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Best 3/4 Length Achilles tendonitis Orthotics:

  • These are great options for women’s dress shoes and thinner shoes.
  • These are not the most supportive pair of orthotics.

Best Flat Shoe (Non-Lace Up) Orthotics:
Best Choice For Tight Women’s Shoes or High Heels..
Powerstep SlenderFit Fashion Orthotic-W
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Overview:
These are the best fitting for the most narrow shoes. Some but not great correction.
Pros:
They will fit in even the tightest shoes! Guaranteed to make you feel better, but you know what you are getting in a tight shoes. Great reviews and price.
Cons:
At the end of the day high heels and slender orthotics help, but never cure all your pain. Make the best of a painful shoe!
Crucial Tips:
**WARNING***: If your shoe almost just barely fits onto your foot, this WILL NOT FIT! Be aware, it still needs a small amount of space to fit.
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Best Flat Shoe (Non-Lace Up) Orthotics:
Best Choice For Tight Women’s Shoes or High Heels..
Powerstep SlenderFit Fashion Orthotic-W
Price:
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Overview:
These are the best fitting for the most narrow shoes. Some but not great correction.
Pros:
They will fit in even the tightest shoes! Guaranteed to make you feel better, but you know what you are getting in a tight shoes. Great reviews and price.
Cons:
At the end of the day high heels and slender orthotics help, but never cure all your pain. Make the best of a painful shoe!
Crucial Tips:
**WARNING***: If your shoe almost just barely fits onto your foot, this WILL NOT FIT! Be aware, it still needs a small amount of space to fit.
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Get A Great Dynamic Stretch:

  • It is possible to stretch on your own, but these products can also really help!
  • This will take pressure off of the ball of your foot.
  • This form of the back of the heel pain physical therapy breaks up the scar tissue.
  • We personally prefer this method of stretching.

Best Standing Foot & Ankle Stretching Devices:
Best Premium Plantar Fascia Stretching Device.
Best Budget Plantar Fascia Stretching Stretch Device.
Best Stationary Calf Stretching Device.
Best Hamstring Stretching Device
Rolling With It Premium Calf Stretcher and Foot Rocker for Plantar Fasciitis Relief, Achilles Tendonitis, Increase Mobility and Flexibility, Improve Range of Motion With our Foot Stretcher
North American Healthcare Foot Rocker Blue -Optimal Foot Position for Flexibility, Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and other Chronic Conditions
Professional Wooden Slant Board, Adjustable Incline Calf Stretch Slantboard with Full Non-Slip Surface, 16 inches x 12.5 inches, 5 Positions (350 LB Capacity) (Edition 1)
IdealStretch Original – Hamstring Stretcher, Lower Back Stretcher, Hip Stretcher, & Calf Stretcher - Knee Extension & Pain Relief
Price:
$39.99
$26.33
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$64.95
Overview:
Great Stretching Device While Standing. (4.9 Amazon Rating)
Plastic and Lighter Plantar Fascia & Achilles Stretching Device.
Premium Best Rated Wood Ankle Stretch Device.
Uses gravity to stretch your hamstring for you. Great reviews and track record.
Pros:
Very sturdy and durable. Great bottom grip and weight so it won’t slide on you. Perfect 5 star review on Amazon.
Amazing cost, still works and 1,300+ 5 star reviews. Works great overall and gives you the same stretch.
Near perfect 4.8 star review on Amazon. Great sturdy device that stretches your calf and hamstring. All you have to do is lean forward. Can be very effective.
Reviews on Amazon are >4.5 overall with hundreds of reviews. It uses gravity to stretch for you, allows you to also use your hips. Gets great results.
Cons:
More expensive and built like a tank = more weight. If you can’t balance well or support yourself it could be dangerous.
The plastic and less bulk/grip makes it more dangerous to slip. Less premium feel to it.
Nothing wrong with the product, as the reviews suggest, but at the end of the day you can do this stuff yourself (just a little bit harder).
These are stretches that you realistically can do on your own. If budget is tight, this is not worth it. If you need help with hamstring stretching, it can make all the difference.
Important Tips:
Make sure you can balance yourself well against a counter/railing. Do only one foot at a time to prevent falling. Uses your body weight to stretch for you.
Even more important to balance yourself well with this device, make sure you don’t injure yourself with this thing! Still gives you a great stretch to the area.
Make sure you balance yourself on a counter/railing. You need to keep up with this daily at least 15-30 second x 3 or so per morning. It doesn’t stretch for you!
Need to do 3-5 stretches per day 15-30 seconds. You should notice a massive difference to knee and hamstring tightness. You can massage roll ahead to time for better results for 30-60 seconds.
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Best Standing Foot & Ankle Stretching Devices:
Best Premium Plantar Fascia Stretching Device.
Rolling With It Premium Calf Stretcher and Foot Rocker for Plantar Fasciitis Relief, Achilles Tendonitis, Increase Mobility and Flexibility, Improve Range of Motion With our Foot Stretcher
Price:
$39.99
Overview:
Great Stretching Device While Standing. (4.9 Amazon Rating)
Pros:
Very sturdy and durable. Great bottom grip and weight so it won’t slide on you. Perfect 5 star review on Amazon.
Cons:
More expensive and built like a tank = more weight. If you can’t balance well or support yourself it could be dangerous.
Important Tips:
Make sure you can balance yourself well against a counter/railing. Do only one foot at a time to prevent falling. Uses your body weight to stretch for you.
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Best Standing Foot & Ankle Stretching Devices:
Best Budget Plantar Fascia Stretching Stretch Device.
North American Healthcare Foot Rocker Blue -Optimal Foot Position for Flexibility, Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and other Chronic Conditions
Price:
$26.33
Overview:
Plastic and Lighter Plantar Fascia & Achilles Stretching Device.
Pros:
Amazing cost, still works and 1,300+ 5 star reviews. Works great overall and gives you the same stretch.
Cons:
The plastic and less bulk/grip makes it more dangerous to slip. Less premium feel to it.
Important Tips:
Even more important to balance yourself well with this device, make sure you don’t injure yourself with this thing! Still gives you a great stretch to the area.
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Best Standing Foot & Ankle Stretching Devices:
Best Stationary Calf Stretching Device.
Professional Wooden Slant Board, Adjustable Incline Calf Stretch Slantboard with Full Non-Slip Surface, 16 inches x 12.5 inches, 5 Positions (350 LB Capacity) (Edition 1)
Price:
Price not available
Overview:
Premium Best Rated Wood Ankle Stretch Device.
Pros:
Near perfect 4.8 star review on Amazon. Great sturdy device that stretches your calf and hamstring. All you have to do is lean forward. Can be very effective.
Cons:
Nothing wrong with the product, as the reviews suggest, but at the end of the day you can do this stuff yourself (just a little bit harder).
Important Tips:
Make sure you balance yourself on a counter/railing. You need to keep up with this daily at least 15-30 second x 3 or so per morning. It doesn’t stretch for you!
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Best Standing Foot & Ankle Stretching Devices:
Best Hamstring Stretching Device
IdealStretch Original – Hamstring Stretcher, Lower Back Stretcher, Hip Stretcher, & Calf Stretcher - Knee Extension & Pain Relief
Price:
$64.95
Overview:
Uses gravity to stretch your hamstring for you. Great reviews and track record.
Pros:
Reviews on Amazon are >4.5 overall with hundreds of reviews. It uses gravity to stretch for you, allows you to also use your hips. Gets great results.
Cons:
These are stretches that you realistically can do on your own. If budget is tight, this is not worth it. If you need help with hamstring stretching, it can make all the difference.
Important Tips:
Need to do 3-5 stretches per day 15-30 seconds. You should notice a massive difference to knee and hamstring tightness. You can massage roll ahead to time for better results for 30-60 seconds.
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Get A Great Static Stretch:

  • These devices are great for stretching while you are resting. 
  • This is an excellent Achilles tendonitis physical therapy that you can do at home.
  • This will also help take pressure off of the ball of your foot.
  • This works great for plantar fasciitis.
  • The static night splint can use it while watching TV or at night time.

Best Night & Stretch Splint Products:
Most Cost Effective Night Splint (Not Best for Sleeping).
Best Actual Night Splint (For Night Time Use)
Best Price & Light Support Night Splint
Vive Hard Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint for Men & Women - Stabilizer Brace Relieves Inflammation - Foot Support Boot Features Adjustable Hook and Loop Straps for Achilles Pain Relief
Procare ProWedge Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint - Medium
Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint Foot Drop Orthotic Supports Kit Adjustable Dorsal Night Splint Support Sleep, Recovery, Tendonitis, Arthritis with Hard Spiky Massage Ball (Black)
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$69.99
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Overview:
Hard Night Splint -** Use it before going to bed for 20-30 minutes**
Best & most comfortable splint for actual night time use.
Top of the foot softer & more gentle splint.
Pros:
This is an amazing device with the highest amazon rating. Has 2 great foot wedges that bend your big toe up and lock your foot in. Great at what it does.
This has excellent reviews(better than the hard splint), less foot numbness and soreness in the ball of your foot. Very soft and comfortable.
Most people can tolerate this one during the night, but only because it stretches you less! That might be a good thing if you can set it and forget it for 6-8 hours at night.
Cons:
Hard to use at while sleeping, so don’t use it that way! Easy to use it incorrectly if you don’t use the foot wedges correctly. Your big toe should be angled up to lock your foot in.
It actually stretches you less (that’s why you are able to wear it all night). It is more expensive.
Basically it is more tolerable because it is weaker. This less results in more time.
Important Tips:
**Must use the foot wedge in the front to angle your toes up. This locks your foot from twisting out rather than stretching through the Achilles tendon – This is the KEY!**
If you prefer to actually wear it at night then this is the BEST option. It does work, but this is for those with very little time and can fall asleep in it!
This is meant only for sleeping because to get results you need to wear it a lot longer than the other braces. Use it only if you are very sensitive.
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Best Night & Stretch Splint Products:
Most Cost Effective Night Splint (Not Best for Sleeping).
Vive Hard Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint for Men & Women - Stabilizer Brace Relieves Inflammation - Foot Support Boot Features Adjustable Hook and Loop Straps for Achilles Pain Relief
Price:
$49.99
Overview:
Hard Night Splint -** Use it before going to bed for 20-30 minutes**
Pros:
This is an amazing device with the highest amazon rating. Has 2 great foot wedges that bend your big toe up and lock your foot in. Great at what it does.
Cons:
Hard to use at while sleeping, so don’t use it that way! Easy to use it incorrectly if you don’t use the foot wedges correctly. Your big toe should be angled up to lock your foot in.
Important Tips:
**Must use the foot wedge in the front to angle your toes up. This locks your foot from twisting out rather than stretching through the Achilles tendon – This is the KEY!**
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Best Night & Stretch Splint Products:
Best Actual Night Splint (For Night Time Use)
Procare ProWedge Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint - Medium
Price:
$69.99
Overview:
Best & most comfortable splint for actual night time use.
Pros:
This has excellent reviews(better than the hard splint), less foot numbness and soreness in the ball of your foot. Very soft and comfortable.
Cons:
It actually stretches you less (that’s why you are able to wear it all night). It is more expensive.
Important Tips:
If you prefer to actually wear it at night then this is the BEST option. It does work, but this is for those with very little time and can fall asleep in it!
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Best Night & Stretch Splint Products:
Best Price & Light Support Night Splint
Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint Foot Drop Orthotic Supports Kit Adjustable Dorsal Night Splint Support Sleep, Recovery, Tendonitis, Arthritis with Hard Spiky Massage Ball (Black)
Price:
Price not available
Overview:
Top of the foot softer & more gentle splint.
Pros:
Most people can tolerate this one during the night, but only because it stretches you less! That might be a good thing if you can set it and forget it for 6-8 hours at night.
Cons:
Basically it is more tolerable because it is weaker. This less results in more time.
Important Tips:
This is meant only for sleeping because to get results you need to wear it a lot longer than the other braces. Use it only if you are very sensitive.
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Best Heel Compression Brace:

  • A good compression brace can stabilize your foot from turning outward.
  • This prevents your foot from pronation.
  • The pronated foot will turn your foot outward, in your foot will rub on the outside of the shoe.
  • This has solved their pain for many of her patients and is very comfortable to wear inside your shoe.
  • This solves both pain and outward pronation for a relatively low cost.

Best Heel & Ankle Compression Braces:
Best Premium Brace (Support & Compression)
Budget Brace With Some Compression & Some Support.
Bauerfeind - MalleoTrain - Ankle Support Brace - Helps Stabilize the Ankle Muscles and Joints For Injury Healing and Pain Relief - Right Foot - Size 1 - Color Black
POWERLIX Ankle Orthopedic Brace Compression Support Sleeve (Pair) for Swelling, Sprain, Plantar Fasciitis, Arthritis, Tendinitis
Price:
Price not available
$21.99
Overview:
This is The Top Level Brace – Does Compression, Support & Great Fit.
This brace attempts mild compression and mild support.
Pros:
Excellent brace: Best overall mix of compression & support, and it still fits in most shoes! If you have a chronic injury and need to wear normal shoes => This is the BEST CHOICE.
Good rating at 4.3 with 2,000 reviews. It is cost effective and gives some support with some compression. Does both ok, but excellent when price is factored in.
Cons:
Expensive. It doesn’t do any single thing the best. There are cheaper and more supportive braces, there are cheaper and more compressive braces. But no braces combine the two and still fit in a shoe.
Does not really do anything well. Weak support and not the best compression. Meant as an assist for chronic pain and low activity. Not for an acute injury.
Important Tips:
This is a high durability brace for everyday use. If you have chronic arthritis or pain with a high need for activity, this is your brace to use! **Gel inside seems to deteriorate after daily washing at about 1 year old**
This is mean for lower activity and better fit than a true supportive brace. Don’t use this for an acute sprain or injury.
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Best Heel & Ankle Compression Braces:
Best Premium Brace (Support & Compression)
Bauerfeind - MalleoTrain - Ankle Support Brace - Helps Stabilize the Ankle Muscles and Joints For Injury Healing and Pain Relief - Right Foot - Size 1 - Color Black
Price:
Price not available
Overview:
This is The Top Level Brace – Does Compression, Support & Great Fit.
Pros:
Excellent brace: Best overall mix of compression & support, and it still fits in most shoes! If you have a chronic injury and need to wear normal shoes => This is the BEST CHOICE.
Cons:
Expensive. It doesn’t do any single thing the best. There are cheaper and more supportive braces, there are cheaper and more compressive braces. But no braces combine the two and still fit in a shoe.
Important Tips:
This is a high durability brace for everyday use. If you have chronic arthritis or pain with a high need for activity, this is your brace to use! **Gel inside seems to deteriorate after daily washing at about 1 year old**
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Best Heel & Ankle Compression Braces:
Budget Brace With Some Compression & Some Support.
POWERLIX Ankle Orthopedic Brace Compression Support Sleeve (Pair) for Swelling, Sprain, Plantar Fasciitis, Arthritis, Tendinitis
Price:
$21.99
Overview:
This brace attempts mild compression and mild support.
Pros:
Good rating at 4.3 with 2,000 reviews. It is cost effective and gives some support with some compression. Does both ok, but excellent when price is factored in.
Cons:
Does not really do anything well. Weak support and not the best compression. Meant as an assist for chronic pain and low activity. Not for an acute injury.
Important Tips:
This is mean for lower activity and better fit than a true supportive brace. Don’t use this for an acute sprain or injury.
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Best Heel Stability Brace:

  • The stability brace goes a little bit further than the compression brace to stop your foot from turning out.
  • This takes the pressure off of your heel and plantar fascia.
  • At the same time, this is a little bit bulkier and does not affect every shoe.
  • We find people are a little bit happier trying the compression brace before the stability brace.

Best Ankle Stability Braces (Not for Compression):
The Best Overall Brace For Fit & Support.
Most Supportive Premium Brace.
Best Budge Supportive Brace.
Bauerfeind Sports Ankle Support Dynamic - Ankle Compression Sleeve for Freedom of Movement - 3D AirKnit Fabric for Breathability - Premium Quality & Washable (XS, Pink)
Bauerfeind - MalleoTrain - Ankle Support Brace - Helps Stabilize the Ankle Muscles and Joints For Injury Healing and Pain Relief - Left Foot - Size 3 - Color Black
Zenith Ankle Brace, Lace Up Adjustable Support – for Running, Basketball, Injury Recovery, Sprain! Ankle Wrap for Men, Women, and Children
Price:
$54.99
Price not available
$29.95
Overview:
Amazing brace, best fit and support combination: If you can afford it.
This is the best brace for pure support, but it can’t fit in more snug shoes.
Outstanding brace for the price point. This is a figure 8 strap with laces, soft interface.
Pros:
Amazing brace. Best reviews and best fit. This is the Ferrari of braces if you can afford it.
This is a very highly rated, great reviewed brace. The support and stability is top notch for athletics. Very durable and does it’s job.
Amazing reviews with proven track record. This is very soft and supportive in your shoe.
Cons:
The only downside besides cost, is complexity. This brace must be left or right. Not interchangeable. It is also for post-injury situations and good support. Not for compression!
The brace may be a little too big for a more snug shoe. This requires some room to fit and would be the main complaint. Hard interface along the padding.
The main downside is the durability and the ability for the material to give out. Great at first but maybe 3-4 months of continuous use prior to failure.
Important Tips:
Make sure to choose left vs. right. This is a high level brace mean specifically for injury support. This is not for compression or non-injury situations. It will be too tight.
This is a fantastic and supportive brace. Just make sure that your shoe will have some room for it to fit. Most good running shoes should let it fit.
This is an excellent starter brace if you have never had a brace before. It is a little longer to put with the straps and laces.
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Best Ankle Stability Braces (Not for Compression):
The Best Overall Brace For Fit & Support.
Bauerfeind Sports Ankle Support Dynamic - Ankle Compression Sleeve for Freedom of Movement - 3D AirKnit Fabric for Breathability - Premium Quality & Washable (XS, Pink)
Price:
$54.99
Overview:
Amazing brace, best fit and support combination: If you can afford it.
Pros:
Amazing brace. Best reviews and best fit. This is the Ferrari of braces if you can afford it.
Cons:
The only downside besides cost, is complexity. This brace must be left or right. Not interchangeable. It is also for post-injury situations and good support. Not for compression!
Important Tips:
Make sure to choose left vs. right. This is a high level brace mean specifically for injury support. This is not for compression or non-injury situations. It will be too tight.
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Best Ankle Stability Braces (Not for Compression):
Most Supportive Premium Brace.
Bauerfeind - MalleoTrain - Ankle Support Brace - Helps Stabilize the Ankle Muscles and Joints For Injury Healing and Pain Relief - Left Foot - Size 3 - Color Black
Price:
Price not available
Overview:
This is the best brace for pure support, but it can’t fit in more snug shoes.
Pros:
This is a very highly rated, great reviewed brace. The support and stability is top notch for athletics. Very durable and does it’s job.
Cons:
The brace may be a little too big for a more snug shoe. This requires some room to fit and would be the main complaint. Hard interface along the padding.
Important Tips:
This is a fantastic and supportive brace. Just make sure that your shoe will have some room for it to fit. Most good running shoes should let it fit.
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Best Ankle Stability Braces (Not for Compression):
Best Budge Supportive Brace.
Zenith Ankle Brace, Lace Up Adjustable Support – for Running, Basketball, Injury Recovery, Sprain! Ankle Wrap for Men, Women, and Children
Price:
$29.95
Overview:
Outstanding brace for the price point. This is a figure 8 strap with laces, soft interface.
Pros:
Amazing reviews with proven track record. This is very soft and supportive in your shoe.
Cons:
The main downside is the durability and the ability for the material to give out. Great at first but maybe 3-4 months of continuous use prior to failure.
Important Tips:
This is an excellent starter brace if you have never had a brace before. It is a little longer to put with the straps and laces.
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Severe Achilles tendonitis Pain:

  • If you think you might have a broken heel, a calcaneal stress fracture, or something of similar severity, these products might help!
  • Always remember to see a foot and ankle specialist like a podiatrist if you have plantar fasciitis or more severe pain!

Plantar Fascia Tear, Broken Heel Bone, Achilles Tendon Tear:

  • If you have a traumatic injury such as a torn plantar fascia ligament, calcaneus stress fracture, heel fracture, or insertional Achilles tendon injury: consider protecting your foot!
  • The best way to do this is, of course, to see your podiatrist and get evaluated with an x-ray, ultrasound, and potentially even an MRI or CT scan.
  • If you cannot do so, it may benefit you to be in a cast, fractured boot, or even keep the weight off of it with a rolling knee scooter or other protective devices.
  • We as podiatrists frequently take patients off work for very long periods of time when they suffer a traumatic injury. Unfortunately, there is no other way around us in labor jobs.
  • If you have a sit-down job, there are ways to get people back to work quicker, but this can be not easy otherwise.

Heel Injury Boot Treatment:

  • There are pros and cons to using a boot to treat your heel injury. The Pros are that your injured heel will hopefully have a chance to heal gradually! If you are immobilized too long, the cons are that you will gradually become stiff and overworked to your other leg.
  • Our favorite fracture boots and their supplies:

Best Fracture Boots & Covers
Best Tall Boot
Best Short Boot
Best Fracture Boot Balance Device
Best Cast Shower Cover
Aircast AirSelect Standard Walker Brace / Walking Boot, Medium
United Ortho USA14115 Short Air Cam Walker Fracture Boot, Medium, Black
Original EVENup™ Shoe Balancer/Leveler - Equalize Limb Length and Reduce Body Strain While Walking (Small)
100% Waterproof Adult Cast Covers for Shower Leg, Resuable 28" Long,Easy to wear, Cast shower cover leg,foot bag for showering, post surgery waterproof foot boot covers, Plastic bag to cover leg
Price:
$75.99
$46.95
$39.95
$15.99
Overview:
Excellent reviews at 4.6/5 with over 800+ Reviews:
Very good reviews. This is 4.3/5 ratings on over 3,000+ reviews.
Outstanding reviews: 4.3/5 for 1,000+ reviews! Prevents hip, knee and back pain.
Amazing Reviews at 4.6/5 at 500+ reviews. Best reviewed and cost effective bag.
Pros:
It has an air bladder for extra cushion. It is tall for extra support, as well as air bladder.
Excellent lower cost walking boot. With a orthotic and cushion, it really keeps pressure off of your ankle.
This works great to balance the opposite foot. This prevents the back, hip and knees from having any pain.
It is very effective but not perfect. The price is really good and it has excellent reviews.
Cons:
The inner sleeve can ride lower and the plastic around the rim can irritate the boot.
Less support with the less than full length boot. It is more comfortable but less supportive.
Does not work that great for slippers and less supportive shoes.
It can still leak, so be careful!
Crucial Tips:
Make sure your lift the cushioning material along the hard plastic rim. Make sure to keep it pumped up. Use an orthotic and a lift on the other side.
Use a lift for the other foot to prevent back and hip problems. Also use an orthotic for the flat foot bed.
This is very cost effective and well worth it. Just make sure both shoes have good supportive orthotics.
Just be careful with this is not perfect. It can still get wet underneath.
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Best Fracture Boots & Covers
Best Tall Boot
Aircast AirSelect Standard Walker Brace / Walking Boot, Medium
Price:
$75.99
Overview:
Excellent reviews at 4.6/5 with over 800+ Reviews:
Pros:
It has an air bladder for extra cushion. It is tall for extra support, as well as air bladder.
Cons:
The inner sleeve can ride lower and the plastic around the rim can irritate the boot.
Crucial Tips:
Make sure your lift the cushioning material along the hard plastic rim. Make sure to keep it pumped up. Use an orthotic and a lift on the other side.
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Best Fracture Boots & Covers
Best Short Boot
United Ortho USA14115 Short Air Cam Walker Fracture Boot, Medium, Black
Price:
$46.95
Overview:
Very good reviews. This is 4.3/5 ratings on over 3,000+ reviews.
Pros:
Excellent lower cost walking boot. With a orthotic and cushion, it really keeps pressure off of your ankle.
Cons:
Less support with the less than full length boot. It is more comfortable but less supportive.
Crucial Tips:
Use a lift for the other foot to prevent back and hip problems. Also use an orthotic for the flat foot bed.
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Best Fracture Boots & Covers
Best Fracture Boot Balance Device
Original EVENup™ Shoe Balancer/Leveler - Equalize Limb Length and Reduce Body Strain While Walking (Small)
Price:
$39.95
Overview:
Outstanding reviews: 4.3/5 for 1,000+ reviews! Prevents hip, knee and back pain.
Pros:
This works great to balance the opposite foot. This prevents the back, hip and knees from having any pain.
Cons:
Does not work that great for slippers and less supportive shoes.
Crucial Tips:
This is very cost effective and well worth it. Just make sure both shoes have good supportive orthotics.
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Best Fracture Boots & Covers
Best Cast Shower Cover
100% Waterproof Adult Cast Covers for Shower Leg, Resuable 28" Long,Easy to wear, Cast shower cover leg,foot bag for showering, post surgery waterproof foot boot covers, Plastic bag to cover leg
Price:
$15.99
Overview:
Amazing Reviews at 4.6/5 at 500+ reviews. Best reviewed and cost effective bag.
Pros:
It is very effective but not perfect. The price is really good and it has excellent reviews.
Cons:
It can still leak, so be careful!
Crucial Tips:
Just be careful with this is not perfect. It can still get wet underneath.
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Offloading and Scooter treatment:

  • These are favorite knee scooters and walking devices.
  • If your Achilles tendonitis pain is severe, offloading can be very effective until the pain calms down.

Best Fracture Scooters
Best Value & Best Seller Knee Rolling Scooter.
Best All Terrain Heavy Duty Scooter.
Best Crutch Free Walking Device.
Best Elevating Specific Postop or Swelling Pillow
KneeRover Economy Knee Scooter Steerable Knee Walker for Adults for Foot Surgery, Broken Ankle, Foot Injuries - Foldable Knee Rover Scooter for Broken Foot Injured Leg Crutch (Black)
KneeRover Original Steerable All Terrain Knee Scooter for Adults for Foot Surgery Heavy Duty Knee Walker for Broken Ankle Foot Injuries - Leg Recovery Scooter Best Knee Crutch Alternative (Blue)
iWALK 2.0 Hands Free Crutch - Pain Free Knee Crutch - Alternative to Crutches and Knee Scooters
Cushy Form Leg Elevation Pillow - 8 Inch Wedge Pillows for Legs - Elevated Support for Back, Hip and Knee Discomfort & Post-Surgery w/ Washable Cover - White
Price:
$119.99
$299.99
Price not available
Price not available
Overview:
Very good reviews at 4.5/5 with 3,000+ reviews. Great Price.
Excellent overall reviews at 4.4/5 with 1,300+ reviews. Great heavy duty all terrain.
Decent reviews at 3.9/5 with 4,000+ reviews. NOT for everyone!
Very good reviews at 4.7/5 with almost 2,000 Reviews. Simple job but does it well.
Pros:
Great reviews, great price overall, what more can you ask for?
Good for offroad, grass and dirt. This is the better choice for heavy and tall patients over 6 foot and heavy.
This is great for athletic and mobile people. We have found success for younger and more physically capable people.
Great pillow for the first 1-2 weeks after foot or ankle fracture and surgery. Decreased pain and swelling.
Cons:
Least durable and no real off-road capabilities.
It is more costly than the economy version.
DO NOT get this if you are older, have poor balance and poor mobility. Higher fall risk.
Basically it is a pillow that costs $50, if you are tight on money, don’t get it.
Crucial Tips:
These can be tough on the knee and the lower back. Combine with physical therapy.
If you are a bigger person at over 6ft tall, consider this. If you need to be at work or outside, this is great option.
This is better for very mobile and physically capable people. Do not get this if you have poor weight control or poor balance.
It can be very effective and does a great job, but if you are tight on cash, use it on a better boot or scooter.
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Best Fracture Scooters
Best Value & Best Seller Knee Rolling Scooter.
KneeRover Economy Knee Scooter Steerable Knee Walker for Adults for Foot Surgery, Broken Ankle, Foot Injuries - Foldable Knee Rover Scooter for Broken Foot Injured Leg Crutch (Black)
Price:
$119.99
Overview:
Very good reviews at 4.5/5 with 3,000+ reviews. Great Price.
Pros:
Great reviews, great price overall, what more can you ask for?
Cons:
Least durable and no real off-road capabilities.
Crucial Tips:
These can be tough on the knee and the lower back. Combine with physical therapy.
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Best Fracture Scooters
Best All Terrain Heavy Duty Scooter.
KneeRover Original Steerable All Terrain Knee Scooter for Adults for Foot Surgery Heavy Duty Knee Walker for Broken Ankle Foot Injuries - Leg Recovery Scooter Best Knee Crutch Alternative (Blue)
Price:
$299.99
Overview:
Excellent overall reviews at 4.4/5 with 1,300+ reviews. Great heavy duty all terrain.
Pros:
Good for offroad, grass and dirt. This is the better choice for heavy and tall patients over 6 foot and heavy.
Cons:
It is more costly than the economy version.
Crucial Tips:
If you are a bigger person at over 6ft tall, consider this. If you need to be at work or outside, this is great option.
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Best Fracture Scooters
Best Crutch Free Walking Device.
iWALK 2.0 Hands Free Crutch - Pain Free Knee Crutch - Alternative to Crutches and Knee Scooters
Price:
Price not available
Overview:
Decent reviews at 3.9/5 with 4,000+ reviews. NOT for everyone!
Pros:
This is great for athletic and mobile people. We have found success for younger and more physically capable people.
Cons:
DO NOT get this if you are older, have poor balance and poor mobility. Higher fall risk.
Crucial Tips:
This is better for very mobile and physically capable people. Do not get this if you have poor weight control or poor balance.
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Best Fracture Scooters
Best Elevating Specific Postop or Swelling Pillow
Cushy Form Leg Elevation Pillow - 8 Inch Wedge Pillows for Legs - Elevated Support for Back, Hip and Knee Discomfort & Post-Surgery w/ Washable Cover - White
Price:
Price not available
Overview:
Very good reviews at 4.7/5 with almost 2,000 Reviews. Simple job but does it well.
Pros:
Great pillow for the first 1-2 weeks after foot or ankle fracture and surgery. Decreased pain and swelling.
Cons:
Basically it is a pillow that costs $50, if you are tight on money, don’t get it.
Crucial Tips:
It can be very effective and does a great job, but if you are tight on cash, use it on a better boot or scooter.
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Achilles Bone Spur Surgery Recovery Time – 8 Week Treatment Plan

Weeks 1–2: Initial Healing Phase

  • Rest and elevation to reduce swelling
  • Use of crutches or walking boot to avoid putting weight on the foot
  • Pain management and anti-inflammatory medication

Weeks 3–4: Early Mobility

  • Gradual introduction of range-of-motion exercises
  • Begin gentle stretching of the Achilles tendon
  • Continued use of walking boot or supportive shoe

Weeks 5–6: Physical Therapy & Strengthening

  • Guided physical therapy to improve flexibility and tendon support
  • Begin light weight-bearing exercises as tolerated
  • Monitor for signs of discomfort or inflammation

Weeks 7–8: Return to Activity

    • Transition out of boot into regular footwear (as advised by podiatrist)
    • Resume daily activities with caution
    • Strengthening exercises to prevent recurrence

Weeks 5–6: Physical Therapy & Strengthening

  • Guided physical therapy to improve flexibility and tendon support
  • Begin light weight-bearing exercises as tolerated
  • Monitor for signs of discomfort or inflammation

Weeks 7–8: Return to Activity

    • Transition out of boot into regular footwear (as advised by podiatrist)
    • Resume daily activities with caution
    • Strengthening exercises to prevent recurrence

Recovery Note:

  • Many patients are able to walk comfortably by week 8
  • Full recovery and return to sports may take 12–16 weeks, depending on severity
  • Always follow your podiatrist’s specific treatment plan for the best results

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FAQs About Achilles Bone Spur Surgery Recovery Time

Typically 6–8 weeks of limited weight-bearing and rest.

Most patients begin weight-bearing in a boot around 4–6 weeks post-op.

Yes, physical therapy is essential for regaining strength and flexibility in the tendon.

Some discomfort is expected, but pain is usually manageable with medication and icing.

Not until you’re cleared for full weight-bearing and have regained control of your foot.

Yes, a boot is usually worn for the first several weeks after surgery.

Desk jobs: 2–4 weeks. Active jobs: 2–3 months or more.

Not always—this depends on the size and location of the bone spur.

Recurrence is rare with proper care and prevention strategies, but possible over time.

A board-certified podiatrist like Dr. Tom Biernacki at Balance Foot & Ankle Specialist.

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