Radiofrequence Microtenotomy for Treatment of Achilles Tendinose

Treatment of Achilles Tendinose

Prospective randomized controlled study using radio-frequency microtenotomy or physical therapy (eccentric training) for treatment of Achilles tendinose

Achilless tendinosis is a major clinical problem. There is a need for new studies to map the effectiveness of treatment. This study will compare treatment effectiveness between traditional physical therapy with surgical treatment using (RFM). The tendinosis grade will be evaluated using MRI and /or ultrasound before and after intervention. The outcome measurment include VAS and function using ( FAOS FOOT & ANKLE SURVEY) at 6,12 weeks and 6, 12 months after intervention.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with pain in Achilles tendon for at least 6 weeks.
• MR / ultrasound confirms diagnosis tendinose.
• Pain in sport and daily activities

Exclusion Criteria:

Other co-morbidity that constitutes contraindication for surgery, serious illness, bad compliance