Achilles Tendinosis Surgery

Surgical management of achilles tendinosis / tendinitis is most frequently performed for patients suffering from insertional achilles tendinosis. There are multiple causes of ‘achilles pain’ experienced in this condition, and all of these aspects are addressed at the time of the procedure, through the same incision.

Achilles Tendinosis 

With time, the lower end of the achilles tendon undergoes degeneration. At the time of the procedure, any degenerative tissue is removed, to alleviate this pain generator.

Haglund Deformity 

A ‘Haglund deformity’ relates to excessive bone formation at the back of the calcaneus (heel bone). This can result in irritation of the achilles tendon itself, as well as the adjacent bursa (Retrocalcaneal Bursa). This can be particularly painful when rubbing on the back of shoes. This excessive bone lump is removed at the time of surgery.

Retrocalcaneal Bursitis 

The retrocalcaneal bursa sits behind the heel bone (calcaneus) and infront of the achilles tendon. Irritation of this ‘bursa’ results in pain at the back of the ankle. Inflamed tissue is removed at the time of the operation through the same incision.