Tendo-Achilles Pain
The Achilles tendon is a strong tendon located at the back of the foot (Picture 1). Pain in this region is often seen in the 3rd – 5th decade of life and though very common, it is often not treated properly and therefore causing constant problems.
Achilles Tendon Anatomy
The Achilles tendon or, medically, tendo-calcaneus attaches the muscles gastrocnemius and soleus, located in the calf, to the heel bone called calcaneum. These muscles primarily function to push the fore-foot downward during walking or jumping.
In our day to day life, the Achilles tendon is exposed to stresses equivalent to twice or thrice the weight of the body, possibly causing a degeneration of the tendon and leading to two painful conditions:
- Achilles tendinosis – an inflammation of the tendon, causing pain
- Achilles tendon rupture – tear of the tendon, causing pain and disability to the affected foot.
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