Achilles tendinitis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
2021年9月30日 · Achilles tendinitis is an overuse injury of the Achilles (uh-KILL-eez) tendon, the band of tissue that connects calf muscles at the back of the lower leg to your heel bone. Achilles tendinitis most commonly occurs in runners who have …
Achilles tendon - Wikipedia
The Achilles tendon or heel cord, also known as the calcaneal tendon, is a tendon at the back of the lower leg, and is the thickest in the human body. [1][2][3][4][5][6][excessive citations] It serves to attach the plantaris, gastrocnemius (calf) and soleus muscles to the calcaneus (heel) bone.
Achilles Tendinitis: Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
2024年3月6日 · Achilles tendinitis (also spelled tendonitis) is inflammation of the tissue that connects your calf muscle to your heel (Achilles tendon). Inflammation is your body’s response to injury or disease. Achilles tendinitis is a common condition in runners. When you run, your calf muscles help raise you up on your toes.
Causes of Pain and Burning in the Achilles Tendon - Verywell Health
2024年4月25日 · This article covers Achilles tendonitis, tendinosis, and rupture and how they can cause Achilles tendon pain. It will also discuss when to see a healthcare provider, what diagnosis entails, and how Achilles tendon pain can be treated and prevented.
What Is an Achilles Tendon Injury? - WebMD
2023年12月15日 · Here's what to know about Achilles tendon injuries, including their causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
Achilles tendinitis - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic
2021年9月30日 · You'll likely first bring your symptoms to the attention of your family doctor. He or she might refer you to a doctor specializing in sports medicine or physical and rehabilitative medicine (physiatrist). If your Achilles tendon has ruptured, …
Achilles tendon - Mayo Clinic Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Achilles tendinitis is inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which is the tendon that connects the calf musculature to the heel bone. Inflammation can occur in this tendon after a sudden injury or can occur over time based on the demands placed on the tendon.
Achilles Tendon Injuries - Johns Hopkins Medicine
Achilles tendon injuries often cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the back of your leg near your heel. Achilles tendon injuries can be treated with rest and medicines to help with the inflammation. Exercises often help too. If needed, surgery can be done to repair the tendon.
Achilles Tendon (Calcaneal Tendon): Function & Anatomy
2023年12月7日 · The Achilles tendon connects your calf muscles to your heel bone and helps them move your foot and ankle. When you contract (squeeze) a muscle, its tendons pull the attached bone, making it move. They’re like levers that help bones move when your muscles contract and expand.
Achilles tendinopathy - NHS inform
2024年11月25日 · Achilles tendinopathy, sometimes known as tendinitis, is a condition that can cause pain, stiffness and swelling of the Achilles tendon. This is a tendon connecting your calf muscle to your heel. The ankle has ligaments on the outside which stop excessive movement.