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Minor to moderate Achilles tendon injuries should heal on their own. To speed the process, you can:

�Rest your leg. Avoid putting weight on your leg as best you can. You may need crutches.

�Ice your injury for up to 20 minutes at a time as needed.

�Compress your leg. Use an elastic bandage around the lower leg and ankle to keep down swelling.

�Raise (elevate) your leg. Prop your leg up on a pillow when you're sitting or lying down.

�Take anti-inflammatory painkillers. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen and naproxen will help with pain and swelling.

�Use a heel lift. Your doctor may recommend that you wear an insert in your shoe while you recover. It will help protect your Achilles tendon from further stretching.

�Practice stretching and strengthening exercises as recommended by your doctor, physical therapist, or other health care provider.

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