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Achilles tendon in toddlers
My son is unable to squat .. his legs are also very thin.. Someone told me that he may be having a tight Achilles tendon. How to lengthen achilles tendon non-surgically in a toddler?
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Consult physiotherapist
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U meet the Physiotherapist n continue treatment for the muscles affected. Physiotherapy is the best way to avoid surgery
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Chiropractic adjustment will help.
Avoid Squatting-
Avoid sitting Cross legged.
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Firstly have to acess properly tightness can be one factor so show some physiotherapist before giving any stretching exercise
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It's look like he having tight tendon. So he need some stretching exercise. And some foot splint
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need foot splint and stretching exercise
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Physiotherapy treatment best option to release stiffness
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Dr. Srivalli J (PT)
Physiotherapist
14 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Stretching exercises are effective in releasing tight achilles tendon.
Towel stretches are effective.
Consult a physiotherapist.
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Dr. Abhishek Verma (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Noida
Consult a physiotherapist who have orthopaedic experience.
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