I am having pain at the back of my left heel (not on the bottom). I partially tore my achilles tendon 16 months ago. I did not have surgery but wore a cast for a few weeks and then a walking boot for several months and was finally able to walk and function without pain. A couple of weeks ago the back side of my heel began bothering me. To the touch it feels bruised and hurts when I first begin walking . Could this be a result from the tear I experienced? Should I take an anti-inflammatory? What do you suggest.
Hi,    I understand your concern.    From the symptoms , your problem seems to be due inflammation/ re rupture of the tendon Achilles    - You can take anti inflammatory drugs, along with use of special shoes which hold your heals up - this allows healing/ take rest.   - In case there is no relief, you need to visit your doctor for further management-like local cortisone injection/ repeat surgery with reinforcement of the tendon with other tendons.   Thanks.