Table 1 Classification of the level of pain and functional impairment
From: Dynamic contrast enhanced magnetic resonance imaging in chronic Achilles tendinosis
Intensity | Level | Pain | Level | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mild | 1 | None | 1 | Normal |
2 | With extreme exertion only, not intense | 1 | Normal | |
Moderate | 3 | Starts with activity, lasts for 1–2 hours after activity | 2 | Performance may be affected |
4 | With any athletic activity, increase during activity | 3 | Performance level significantly decreased | |
Severe | 5 | Immediately upon any activity involving tendon. Sudden increase in pain if activity is continued, lasts for 12–24 hours | 3 | Performance markedly curtailed or prevented |
6 | During daily activities | 4 | Unable to participate |