3. Difficulty Standing
Since the Achilles tendon stretches all the way down to the back of the heel bone, it has a pivotal role in helping us do basic functions like standing.
A sudden injury to the Achilles Tendon, particularly a rupture, may make it difficult to do simple things like standing up. If you have twisted your leg of heard a sudden popping sound, have fallen and feel you can’t stand properly, this may be a sign that the Achilles Tendon has been damaged. In this case, you have been forced to stay off of it, and should continue to rest the area. Applying ice packs can be helpful to reduce swelling and pain.
With the help of ongoing physical therapy, you may be able to stand normally again in a few days or weeks depending on the extent of the injury. Physical therapy can also prevent you from compensating for the injury and creating other problems.