Musculoskeletal Condition · Glastonbury, CT

Achilles Tendinopathy

Non-surgical treatment perspective from Dr. Paul Tortland, including which orthobiologic and injection options may apply.

Written and clinically reviewed by

Paul D. Tortland, DO, FAOASM

Board certified in Sports Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and Family Practice · Registered in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (RMSK) · the first physician in the world certified in regenerative medicine by the American Academy and Board of Regenerative Medicine · performing these procedures since 2007. Full credentials

Last clinically reviewed

August 2026

Condition

Overview

A chronic, often overuse-related injury of the Achilles tendon causing pain, stiffness, and swelling at the back of the heel or lower calf. Most cases respond to eccentric strengthening and activity modification, with orthobiologic injections considered for persistent, treatment-resistant cases.

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Dr. Tortland can review your imaging and history to recommend the most appropriate non-surgical path forward.

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Achilles Tendinopathy

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