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Achilles Tendonitis

Gabriel treats Achilles tendonitis with eccentric exercise protocol (Alfredson protocol - most effective), addresses biomechanics, uses PRP or prolotherapy for chronic cases, collagen peptides, anti-inflammatory supplements, and addresses fluoroquinolone exposure if applicable.

Root Causes

6 identified

Supplements

6 recommended

Lab Markers

3 to test

Treatments

1 modalities

Gabriel's Approach

Gabriel treats Achilles tendonitis with eccentric exercise protocol (Alfredson protocol - most effective), addresses biomechanics, uses PRP or prolotherapy for chronic cases, collagen peptides, anti-inflammatory supplements, and addresses fluoroquinolone exposure if applicable. Emphasizes early intervention prevents chronic tendinopathy.

Root Causes

Overuse (sudden increase in activity)
Tight calf muscles
Biomechanical issues (flat feet, overpronation)
Improper footwear
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics (tendon damage)
Degeneration with age

Why Conventional Fails

Standard Treatment

Rest, ice, NSAIDs, physical therapy (eccentric exercises), heel lift, orthotics, PRP or shockwave therapy, surgery if chronic refractory.

The Problem

NSAIDs impair tendon healing (inflammatory phase needed), inadequate emphasis on eccentric exercises (most effective), corticosteroid injections can cause rupture (should be avoided), doesn't use collagen supplementation (supports healing), surgery often needed if conservative treatment inadequate.

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What's Included

  • Collagen peptides with vitamin C 15-20g/day
  • Curcumin 1000mg 2x/day
  • Omega-3 2-4g/day
  • Bromelain 500mg 3x/day
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Standard Process + Matter peptides

Recommended Supplements

Collagen peptides with vitamin C 15-20g/day
Curcumin 1000mg 2x/day
Omega-3 2-4g/day
Bromelain 500mg 3x/day
MSM 2000mg
Vitamin C 2-3g/day

Key Lab Markers

Clinical diagnosis
Ultrasound or MRI if severe or not improving
Rule out Achilles rupture

Dietary Guidance

Collagen-supporting nutrients (vitamin C, lysine, proline, glycine), anti-inflammatory diet, omega-3 rich foods, bone broth, adequate protein.

Lifestyle Factors

Eccentric heel drops (Alfredson protocol - MOST EFFECTIVE, 2x/day for 12 weeks), rest from aggravating activities, ice after activity, proper footwear and orthotics if needed, calf stretching, gradual return to activity, PRP or prolotherapy if chronic, avoid NSAIDs (impair tendon healing), avoid fluoroquinolones, surgery if refractory.

Mind, Body & Spirit

Evidence-based practices that complement physical treatment protocols

Mind

Body

Eccentric Exercise (Alfredson Protocol)

strong

Most effective treatment, heel drops 2x/day for 12 weeks.

Collagen Peptides

moderate

15-20g/day with vitamin C supports tendon healing.

PRP or Prolotherapy

moderate

For chronic tendinopathy, stimulates healing.

Physical Therapy

strong

Address biomechanics, stretching, strengthening.

Orthotics

moderate

If biomechanical issues (flat feet, overpronation).

Spirit

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