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Achilles Tendinopathy – Definition and Diagnosis

Definition and Diagnosis of Achilles Tendinopathy - Small repetitive injuries to Achilles tendon lead to swelling and pain accompanied with stiffness and weakness in the area. This is Achilles tendinopathy. Achilles tendinopathy is a common ailment among runners.

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Definition and Diagnosis of Achilles Tendinopathy

New York (USA), June 17, 2013

What is Achilles Tendinopathy?

Definition of Achilles Tendinopathy

Small repetitive injuries to Achilles tendon lead to swelling and pain accompanied with stiffness and weakness in the area. This is Achilles tendinopathy.

Achilles tendinopathy is a common ailment among runners. Achilles tendon is located just behind and above your heel joins heel bone or calcaneum to calf muscles. The primary function of Achilles tendon is to help bend your foot downwards.

Diagnosis of Achilles Tendinopathy

Achilles tendinopathy assumes chronic levels, as most symptoms are present for more than six months. Normally, this causes swelling and pain in the lower leg spreading across to ankle and heel. It hinders normal foot and heel movements.

Achilles tendinopathy causes acute pain to runners, as Achilles tendon is responsible for smooth coordinated movement of calf muscle, foot, and heel.

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