It's Official

I finally went to see a doctor (well two doctors...) and yes, I have, as I long suspected, developed tendinitis in my Achilles. The good news is that it is minor and with lots of anti-inflammatories, I won't need therapy. Apparently I have been doing things right, just am not very patient!

I say I went to two doctors, which brings up an apparently common problem with running injuries: Doctors do not always take you seriously. My regular doctor pooh-poohed my complaint like it was nothing and clearly the pain indicated otherwise. So I found a doctor who is also an avid runner and was very pleased with the 180 in attitude and concern. I had read often in Runner's World this makes a big difference and I guess it's true. So today I am especially grateful to Dr. M. Drew Anthony for all his help!