Evidence-Based Clinical Recommendations
SORT: Strength of Recommendation Taxonomy
A: Consistent, good-quality patient oriented evidence
B: Inconsistent or limited-quality patient-oriented evidence
C: Consensus, disease-oriented evidence, usual practice, expert opinion, or case series
An exercise program consisting of eccentric exercises for the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles helps reduce pain and restore function in patients with midportion Achilles tendinosis. Grade A
Low-level laser therapy added to an eccentric exercise program may provide superior pain reduction and increased ankle range of motion compared to the eccentric exercise program alone. Grade B
An exercise program consisting of modified eccentric exercises for the gastrocnemius and soleus may help reduce pain and restore function in patients with insertional Achilles tendinosis. Grade B.