Achilles tendon injuires

Playing tennis, basketball, and other sports is a fun way to exercise. During strenuous activity we can injure the Achilles tendon. An Achilles tendon rupture untreated can cause permanent disablity.

The Achilles tendon attaches the calf muscles to the heel of the foot. Too much use, improper shoes, or an accident can cause injuries.

The enormous weight and stress on this area of the leg/ankle can contribute to overuse resulting in injury. A tear or rupture of the Achilles Tendon is very painful and should be seen by a doctor right away. To read information about Achilles injuries go to the Mayo Clinic Web site.

The Mayo Clinic Web site and the National Institutes for Health are two of my favorite sites for health related information.

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