Just completed todays run, managed to push a little further than Wednesday too 9.51km but my right Achilles tendon is now very very sore, the last thing I want to do is damage it 
Has anyone got any advice on what to use on it? Heat or Cold for example, should I rest it, work it, elevate it may be? 
clueless sorry.
TIA
Might this link help? runnersworld.com/injury-tre...
Thanks, it's all a bit a technical and medical for me, it's a little overwhelming 
Was wondering if anyone has any first hand experience of this type of strain, should I wrap and bandage/support around it maybe I've got hoovering/housework to do and at the moment I can barely get up the stairs maybe this could be my get out of jail card for when the wife returns from work!
I suffer with Achilles tendinitis really badly in both legs. It developed for me after hiking up snowden. Jogging just inflames it constantly so I have to just not do it sometimes. The only thing that truly worked for me was building up my core strength, weight loss (I was overweight) and walking a lot. This was something that plagued me but hopefully for you it’s just inflamed for now and will sort itself out pronto. I suffered from a weak core so it put too much pressure on my tendons hence the flare ups constantly.
RICE? Rest Ice Compression Elevation - I think. Not that I've used it myself, but have seen lots of references to it.
Take care. 9.51k? Crazy! 
I can only tell you how I'm dealing with it, after having done the usual internet research
Mine have both hurt for weeks to varying degrees. When it's bad, I tend to use Deep Heat before exercise and ice afterwards. I've also started using gel heel raises in my shoes which eases it a bit.
These socks add extra support:
amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00...
It is normal for them to be worst in the morning and ease up with use but do be careful - you can damage them badly so listen to your body and, if in doubt, cut your run short. If it starts to alter your gait when running, it's probably best to rest - wonky running is more likely to make you hurt something else.
Calf lifts are a good exercise - the article here explains it quite well: intelligent-triathlon-train...
Recommended advice is to rest completely (RICE) or cut back on training then build up very slowly. I've read elsewhere that gentle running is beneficial (depending on how badly you have hurt yourself) so the tendon doesn't heal in a shortened state . If you do run, try to avoid too many uphill stretches as they will aggravate the pain. On my run last night, I was almost entirely pain free on the downhill stretches. I just can't avoid hills here but I have found that if I do have to run up them, using much shorter steps makes it a lot more comfortable.
Please don't make a decision based entirely on my approach - I'm just doing what makes sense to me - have a bit of a Google and satisfy yourself as to what the best approach would be. Visiting a sports physio for advice would be good - if I had any spare pennies I would have opted for the professional advice !
The Big Question is do you tell your wife that putting heel lifts in your shoes will ease the discomfort enough for you to be able to do the house work ?
Good luck 
Thank you for taking the time to write this, I've just ordered a pair of the mens socks to try, I was wondering if something like this would help during the day amazon.co.uk/Authentic-RDX-...
Mine is worse descending the stairs, it's only one foot though, which is my right and it's my right hip, knee, groin, leg that I have a lot of issues with!
I'm not going to run over the weekend
Housework was done, I managed to hobble around and to do it.
Thanks again!
Yes, walking down the stairs is bad in the mornings !
I always have more problems on my right side too - I think it is 'cos most people are slightly wonky ! A running book I've got (The Art of running faster, by Julian Goater) says it's worth paying attention to all the things that you do "off-balance" - it's usual to always carry your bag on the same side; you might frequently sit with one leg crossed over the other; walking or running along a road with a camber.
From my limited experience, I wouldn't expect to want to run in those supports - I tried a similar ankle support once and it just restricted the circulation in my foot and hurt more than the original injury ! The socks are nicer as you don't get the thick edge seam around your foot. The supports might be good when you're in slippers or comfy shoes
Gel heel lifts are surprisingly good - I was advised to try that by a podiatrist. You shouldn't use them all the time as your tendon will get used to not extending as far, but they will ease the tension while you recover.
Well done for doing the housework - what a brave little soldier
I was just concerned that the Gel heels would move or be uncomfortable but I guess it's worth a shot, can you remember which brand you used?
Thanks again
Just had a look at your profile and realised that I grew up not a million miles from where you are, in Shifnal though it seems like light years away now!
Shifnal is practically running distance away !
These gel heels - they're quite thin so it's surprising the difference they make:
Olsbean I've struggled with Achilles niggles for several weeks. As you say, it's worse first thing in the morning and when I walk downstairs. I've followed the advice in this article and it has worked really well for me: saveyourself.ca/articles/fr...
Thank you Saruma, I'm going to check it out first thing in the morning.
I can pinpoint the exact point of tenderness in my Achilles. I've also ordered a pair of the support socks to try. Ice is very good - really soothing
Olsbean, I popped into Sweatshop yesterday to buy a gel insert for my trainers. Had a long chat with the helpful staff about lower leg injuries. They suggested I try a pair of compression 'socks'. I have been prone to calf and tendon problems all the time I have been running - apparently this can be caused by blood flow. When the heart comes under stress whilst running; it prioritises supplying oxygen to the vital organs and the extremities, ie legs, can become more injury prone as a result. I bought a pair and tried them out today - was really pleased with them, my legs felt much fresher during my run and my Achilles coped really well. Will be interested to see the results over the longer term.
I've used the 1000 Mile Mens Fusion Socks this morning along with the Gel inserts and the difference is remarkable, really noticeable, they have really helped.
Thank you all for the help and advice!
I was given the advice of standing on the bottom step facing up, toes on and heels hung over the edge and lowing the heel into a stretch slowly and then lifting it up and repeating if that makes sense
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I do it whenever I go upstairs now
its helped a little bit with mine x
Thank you, I tried this and it's quite effective at stretching it
Please please have your tendons properly assessed by a sports physio. My OH just worked through the pain for a couple of years and now has permanent damage to the Achilles that is not remediable even by surgery. He now simply has to live with the pain for ever. Being stoic isn't always a good thing
This stretch worked wonders for me youtube.com/watch?v=M6EKuuZ... but I'd wait until it's improved before being too enthusiastic! After not being able to run for 3 weeks due to achilles tendonitis I now do this stretch after every run and whenever I think of it otherwise and (touch wood!) things are much better even though I'm running further.
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