This week we are going to discuss the Achilles tendon, a rather large and occasionally problematic area of the body that can develop a variety of symptoms. The Achilles tendon is an extremely large ...

There is no consensus in the literature regarding the ideal management of a ruptured Achilles tendon. Treatment options are surgical management or brace/cast immobilization. There is no place for a ...

The strongest tendon in our bodies, the Achilles tendon, is also one of the most susceptible to injury. Because it bears an extraordinary amount of weight when we walk, run, jump, and land, the ...

Chronic tendon issues are a frequent source of pain and can limit activity. They become more common with age, weight and certain activities, and early and appropriate diagnosis by a doctor is critical ...

The Achilles tendon rupture is the scourge of athletes everywhere — professional and amateur, young and old, serious competitors and weekend warriors. Last week I discussed the definition, signs and ...

For people with pain in the Achilles tendon, the band of tissue connecting the calf muscles to the heel, recovery can be slow and unpredictable. Even with the best available therapy, many continue to ...

Tendonitis is pain in or around a tendon, which is a band of strong tissue that connects a muscle to a bone. Tendons bend, stretch, and twist to help joints and muscles move. They can become inflamed ...

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It takes at least 6 to 12 weeks to recover from an initial Achilles tendon rupture, and up to 1 year to regain full functionality. Achilles tendon injuries may not be very common in the general ...