Learn how the Menopause can Cause Achilles Tendonitis

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Sports Injury Physio

Maryke

50 episodes

3 days ago

We're a team of experienced Sports Physiotherapists who aim to provide easy to follow, research-based advice on how to treat sports injuries.

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Health & Fitness

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Learn how the Menopause can Cause Achilles Tendonitis

Sports Injury Physio

7 minutes 9 seconds

3 months ago

Learn how the Menopause can Cause Achilles Tendonitis

Oestrogen is in charge of collagen production in your tendons. The Achilles tendon is mainly made up of collagen fibres. Your oestrogen levels drop during the peri-menopause and menopause, and this can affect how your Achilles tendon reacts to exercise.

In this episode, Maryke gives three tips for female runners who suspect that the menopause might be affecting their tendons.

🌟Need help with an injury? You’re welcome to consult one of the team at TMA online via video call for an assessment of your Achilles injury and a tailored treatment plan.

You might also be interested in this video:- Hormone Replacement Therapy, the Menopause, and Achilles Tendonitis

Chapters in this episode:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:00:57 What makes the Achilles tendon so strong?

00:01:32 How the menopause affects the Achilles tendon

00:04:06 Three tips for recovering from Achilles injuries during menopause

00:06:46 How we can help