Mukbang YouTuber 'Hibab' cannot walk due to 'this condition'.. high risk of recurrence

Mukbang YouTuber Hibab has recently revealed health issues, drawing public attention.

 

Hibab posted a photo on his Instagram on the 12th with the caption "Achilles tendinitis" along with a picture showing his calf to his heel taped.

 

The Achilles tendinitis that mukbang YouTuber Hibap, who has 1.66 million subscribers, is suffering from is a condition where tiny cracks form in the Achilles tendon, leading to inflammation, pain, and swelling.

 

The Achilles tendon is named after the character 'Achilles' from ancient Greek mythology and refers to the thickest and strongest tendon in the human body. It connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and plays a role in providing propulsion for walking and transmitting force to the calf muscles.

 

This role is used when lifting and lowering the foot, especially when raising and lowering the heels, and is very important for exercise and walking.

 

Achilles tendinitis can mainly occur due to excessive running or exercise, which applies strong pressure and external force. It often results from sudden changes in direction, rapid acceleration and abrupt stopping, or high-impact jumps during activities such as running, soccer, basketball, and badminton.

 

Additionally, flat feet with abnormally low or absent medial arches or heel deformities can also cause Achilles tendinitis. Once injured, it can take a long time to recover and may prevent continued exercise, so caution is necessary.

 

When you develop Achilles tendinitis, swelling, pain, and inflammation occur around the Achilles tendon. If the inflammation is severe, you may also feel pain in the calf. Symptoms such as muscle cramps can appear, and you may experience stiffness in the ankles when waking up in the morning or after staying still for a long time.

 

Achilles tendinitis requires early detection and treatment. If treatment is not started early, ongoing strain on the muscles can cause micro-tears in the Achilles tendon. If inflammation progresses to a chronic stage, it can damage the tendon itself, so it is best to begin treatment promptly without delay.

 

Achilles tendinitis is a condition with a high recurrence rate, so it is important to regularly perform strength exercises and systematically increase the range of motion of the ankle joint. In particular, maintaining the flexibility of the Achilles tendon through adequate stretching before and after exercise and avoiding excessive activity are essential.

 

It is also important to avoid exposure to environments that weaken the immune system. To achieve this, a balanced diet, sufficient sleep, stress management, and refraining from smoking are recommended.