1 If you're not going to be away for long enough to turn the refrigerator off, you can still save some energy by turning off the ice maker. 2  Remove all food items you expect to spoil while you're away, and adjust the temperature to a warmer setting.. Unplug the refrigerator or turn off the fuse that powers it. If it has a water dispenser, locate the reservoir, which should be behind the produce drawers. Remove the reservoir and empty it if possible. If you can't empty it completely, look for a drainage valve and drain the water.
1 Rest your Achilles tendon. 2  Avoid all activities that strain the tendon, such as stair climbing or running. 3  Try other activities, such as swimming, while you give your tendon the days, weeks, or months it needs to heal. 4  Your doctor will tell you what you can and cannot do.ollow these steps to rest, heal, and strengthen your Achilles tendon and prevent further injury: 1  Rest your Achilles tendon. 2  Reduce pain by icing your Achilles tendon and taking nonprescription pain relievers such as acetaminophen or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) as directed. 3  Follow your physical therapy program if one has been ...
Overview. The Achilles tendon attaches your calf muscles to your heel. You use this tendon to jump, walk, run, and stand on the balls of your feet. Continuous, intense physical activity, like running and jumping, can cause inflammation of the Achilles. This is known as Achilles tendonitis (also spelled tendinitis.).