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Symptoms
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The signs and symptoms of Achilles tendinitis often develop gradually. They include:
- Dull ache or pain when pushing off your foot during walking or when rising on your toes
- Tenderness over your Achilles tendon
- Stiffness that lessens as your tendon warms up
- Mild swelling or a "bump" on your tendon
- A crackling or creaking sound when you touch or move your Achilles tendon
You may notice that the affected tendon is sore when you get up in the morning or after you've rested, improves slightly once you start moving around, and then worsens again when you increase your activity level.
If you have sudden pain and swelling near your heel and are unable to bend your foot downward or walk normally, you may have ruptured your Achilles tendon. If you've ruptured the tendon completely, you won't be able to rise on your toes on the injured leg. You may feel as if you've been kicked in the back of your ankle. See your doctor immediately if you suspect you have an Achilles tendon rupture.
