Conversion heating - This involves the conversion of one energy form (eg, light, sound) into another (heat). Superficial heat is produced by heat lamps or radiant light bakers, with heat being transferred when the conveying medium (light energy) is converted to heat energy at the skin surface.
Surgery may be an option for Achilles tendinosis if other treatments, including physical therapy, ultrasound, massage and shockwave therapy, fail to bring pain relief. General anesthesia is commonly used. Regional anesthesia that numbs the leg may also be used.
1 Your doctor may want you to use a 3/8 or 1/2 heel insert. 2  Stretch your Achilles tendon by leaning forward against a wall with your foot flat on the floor and heel elevated with the insert.  Use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain and swelling.