‘Why do steroids worsen tendon injuries?’

Achilles Tendonitis and Steroid Injections

Achilles tendonitis is like an uninvited guest who overstays their welcome and nags your heel. It’s usually the tendon that links your calf muscles to your heel bone throwing a tantrum, often because of too much action, wearing shoes that seem to have been designed by the devil, or suddenly deciding to embrace your inner marathon runner. Getting clued up on what causes Achilles tendonitis and how to sort it out can spare you heaps of bother.

Understanding Achilles Tendonitis