TCM views Achilles tendinitis as Wind, Cold, or Dampness invasion causing Qi and Blood obstruction, combined with Liver and Kidney deficiency weakening tendon resilience.
Achilles tendinitis causes pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the heel and back of the ankle, often limiting walking, running, and daily activities through persistent tendon discomfort and reduced mobility. At Qin's Clinic, we use Traditional Chinese Medicine to address the underlying patterns causing tendon inflammation, promote circulation to affected areas, and restore healthy tendon function through natural healing approaches.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Achilles tendinitis is primarily seen as Wind, Cold, or Dampness invading the tendon and meridians, causing obstruction of Qi and Blood flow that leads to stagnation and inflammation. Deficiency of Liver and Kidney essence may also weaken tendons, making them more prone to injury and slower to heal naturally.
Acupuncture: Relieve pain and promote tendon circulation
Herbal Medicine: Strengthen tendons and invigorate Blood flow
External Applications: Reduce swelling and support tissue repair
Acupuncture effectively modulates inflammatory cytokines and promotes tissue healing in tendinopathy (Wang et al., 2017)
Chinese herbal medicine demonstrates anti-inflammatory properties while improving microcirculation and tendon repair (Zhang et al., 2020)
Integrative TCM therapies accelerate recovery and reduce pain compared to conventional treatment approaches while strengthening underlying tendon health
TCM views Achilles tendinitis as Wind, Cold, or Dampness invasion causing Qi and Blood obstruction, combined with Liver and Kidney deficiency weakening tendon resilience.
We provide circulation-promoting acupuncture along Bladder and Kidney meridians, tendon-strengthening herbal medicine, external herbal applications, and Tuina massage with moxibustion.
Symptoms such as pain and stiffness generally improve within 2-4 weeks, with progressive tendon function restoration and mobility improvement over the treatment course.
Yes, research shows acupuncture modulates inflammatory pathways while herbal treatments improve microcirculation and tendon repair, with integrative approaches accelerating recovery significantly.
Book a comprehensive consultation where we'll assess your tendon condition, activity patterns, and constitutional factors to create a personalised treatment plan.
We combine traditional TCM wisdom with evidence-based approaches, offering natural tendon healing that addresses root causes while promoting long-term strength and injury prevention.
Visit us at 22 Harley Street, London, where our elegantly minimalist space and unrelenting drive for clinical efficacy creates a refined TCM experience designed to restore your natural tendon health and mobility.