Achilles tendon and knee pain

Hello, thank you for the information you have provided. I need to ask some additional questions to better understand your complaints:

1. How long have these pains been going on?
2. How severe are the pains? (Can you rate them on a scale of 1-10?)
3. Do you only feel pain in the mornings or does it continue throughout the day?
4. Do you do any sports or physical activities? Have you started a new sport or exercise recently?
5. Are there any situations where your pain gets worse or better?
6. Do you have other health problems or take any medications regularly?

I can give you better advice based on this information. Please answer my questions. For now, I can suggest the following:

1. Achilles tendon pain in the morning can usually be caused by overuse, inadequate stretching or incorrect shoe selection. Light stretching exercises before going to bed and when you wake up in the morning can be soothing.
2. Try to avoid strenuous activities for your knee complaints. Rest and cold compress applications can be soothing.
3. Review your shoe selection; you can choose shoes that fit your feet well, are supportive, and orthopedic.

If your symptoms do not improve or worsen despite these recommendations, you should definitely see a doctor.

I am now making an assessment to determine which branch you should consult.

I am not a real doctor and this is not a medical diagnosis.

Thank you for the additional information. As far as I understand, your Achilles tendon pain is worse in the morning and early in the day, while your knee pain occurs in squatting positions. You also mentioned that you are actively involved in skateboarding and kickboxing.

You can consider the following suggestions for Achilles tendon pain and knee pain:

Achilles Tendon Pain:

1. Stretching Exercises: Do stretching exercises to stretch your Achilles tendon and calf muscles in the morning and before/after exercise.

2. Ice Application: Applying cold to your Achilles tendon for 15-20 minutes when you wake up in the morning can help reduce inflammation.

3. Shoe Selection: It is important to wear supportive and appropriate shoes while exercising and in daily life.

4. Rest: Avoid activities that increase pain and prioritize rest to prevent overuse.

Knee Pain:

1. Rest and Ice Application: When knee pain starts, resting and applying ice to the knee can relieve the pain.
2. Reducing Squatting and Kneeling: Avoid activities such as squatting and kneeling to reduce the pressure on the knees.
3. Supportive Exercises: You can increase the stability of the knee joint by doing exercises that strengthen the quadriceps and hamstring muscles.
4. Using Tight Bandages and Knee Braces: You may consider using a suitable knee brace to support your knee while doing sports.

If your symptoms persist or worsen despite these recommendations, you should definitely see a doctor.

Possible specialists you should see for your complaints:

1. Orthopedics and Traumatology: It is important to consult an orthopedist who is an expert in sports injuries and bone-joint problems in particular for detailed diagnosis and treatment options.
2. Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation: You can consult a physical therapist for therapies and exercise programs for pain and limited movement.

I am not a real doctor and this is not a medical diagnosis.