View Full Version : Strained achilles, need advice pretty quick!
fossil8412
09-21-2007, 02:19 PM
So I strained my achilles two days ago lifting. I went to our athletic trainer today, who told me there was nothing I could really do except ice it, stay off it, and wait. Well unfortunately I have a fitness assessment tomorrow morning, involving lifting, jump rope test, etc. Coach isn't too understanding about minor injuries like this-- more of a "suck it up" guy. I was wondering if you all knew of any "quick fixes" to help this baby get better/ atleast aleve some of the pain? Thanks
Go see a doctor, preferably one who specializes in sports injuries. Depending on what kind of injury you have (tendonitis vs tendonosis) NSAIDs like ibuprofen or a cortisone shot may help.
Keep in mind that by participating in the fitness assessment tomorrow, you run the risk of aggravating your injury. If that happens, and you end up out for the season, how smart would you feel for sucking it up?
Bretmac
09-21-2007, 10:14 PM
well this is a toughy i did the same thing 3 years ago and i chose to go to try outs the next day and some days my achillies still acts up so from experience just sit it out