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Pain and stiffness in the tendon at the back of the ankle, worst first thing in the morning. Where exactly it hurts matters — because the wrong exercise makes one type substantially worse.
A ruptured tendon needs assessing promptly.
Because the standard exercise helps one type and harms the other.
Mid-portion tendon pain improves with heel drops off a step. Pain right at the heel bone is made worse by dropping below level — those patients need the floor-level version instead. We will show you which you are.
A painful tendon is not on the verge of snapping.
Ruptures usually happen suddenly in people with no previous pain. But a sudden snap with inability to tiptoe needs assessing the same day.
Usually not.
Examination makes the diagnosis. Ultrasound is occasionally useful if the picture is unclear.
Pictures, how many and how often, and what it should feel like. Free, and printable.
In your language, free to download. Each one is a short PDF you can keep on your phone or print.
On cost: if we suggest a scan, an injection or an operation, ask us what it costs and what happens if you do nothing. We will answer both. You should never feel pushed into spending money.
Consultation is ₹500 for a first visit and ₹300 for a follow-up, the same at both clinics. For anything else, ask at the desk or on WhatsApp before it is done — we will tell you the exact cost.
A page is a starting point, not a diagnosis. If the pain is not settling, come in and have it looked at properly — bring any X-ray, MRI or CT films you already have.
Opposite Patil Hospital
Shop No. 14, Veena Apartment,Monday to Saturday
12:00 noon – 2:00 pm · 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sunday by prior appointment only
Opposite Parimal Hospital
Shop No. 7, Damodar Tower,Monday to Saturday
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Sunday by prior appointment only
Call either clinic during consulting hours, or send a WhatsApp message any time.
