A CORRELATION between patients' metabolic states and the characteristics of their tendon reflexes has long been noted. This was quantified by Chaney 1 and later by Lambert et al., 2 who used a ...

In Elisa Arch's Orthotics and Prosthetics for Enhanced Mobility Lab, students are exploring novel approaches to help those with Achilles tendinopathy (AT) return to daily activity more quickly.

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 ...

If you’ve ever experienced Achilles pain while running, you already know how unpleasant it feels. And if you haven’t, congrats! Regardless, every runner should learn how to keep this important tendon ...

Achilles tendon damage is common. It can be painful and make it difficult to exercise or even walk. Stretches can help speed up healing and improve mobility. In this article, we briefly outline a few ...

What Is an Achilles Tendon Injury? An Achilles tendon injury can happen to anyone, whether you're an athlete or just going about your daily life. The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in your body ...

Stretches and strengthening exercises that target the areas around the calves and heels can help support recovery from conditions affecting the Achilles tendon. The Achilles tendon is a thick tendon ...

Objectives When re-operating patients with midportion Achilles tendinosis, having had a poor effect of ultrasound (US) and Doppler-guided scraping, the author found the involvement of the plantaris ...

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 ...

Healthcare professionals use the Achilles tendon rupture test to identify an Achilles tendon tear. The test involves observing foot movement during a physical examination. The Achilles tendon connects ...

A tendon is the fibrous tissue that attaches muscle to bone in the human body. The forces applied to a tendon may be more than 5 times your body weight. In some rare instances, tendons can snap or ...