Achilles tendonitis (AT) is inflammation, pain, and swelling of the Achilles tendon. Insertional Achilles tendonitis is one type, which involves the lower part of the tendon that slots into the heel ...

Rehabilitating an Achilles tendon injury is a daunting challenge faced by many athletes and individuals who experience this type of injury. The Achilles tendon, the largest and strongest tendon in 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 ...

Achilles tendonitis, alongside plantar fasciitis and runner’s knee, is a painful running injury – and, unfortunately, it’s also a very common one. It can significantly impact performance, halt running ...

My PhD aimed to gain insights in the relationship between triceps surae muscle force-sharing, Achilles tendon properties, and changes in pain, tendon structure and functioning during rehabilitation in ...

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 ...