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.
*27606 Tenotomy, percutaneous, Achilles tendon (separate procedure); general anesthesia 8.16 $292 NA. *27612 Arthrotomy, posterior capsular release, ankle, with or without Achilles tendon lengthening 16.16 $579 NA. *27650 Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon; 18.83 $674 NA. *27652 Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon; with graft (includes.