The strongest tendon in our bodies, the Achilles tendon, is also one of the most susceptible to injury. Because it bears an extraordinary amount of weight when we walk, run, jump, and land, the ...

Some causes of calf pain, like occasional nighttime leg cramps or an inflamed Achilles tendon, aren't serious and often can ...

If you increase your cycling mileage, you can get an overuse injury, such as inflammation of the Achilles tendon. Sarah A. Miller [email protected] Q. I’m an active 55-year-old man who works ...

Tendonitis is a term you’re likely familiar with and probably even suffered from at some point in your life. It’s an acute, short-term, inflammatory condition typically caused by repetitive overuse of ...

If you feel like you’ve just been kicked in the bottom of your heel, but turn around to see nobody there, you may be experiencing an issue with your Achilles tendon or plantar fascia. Ever since the ...

Achilles tendon ruptures are a huge problem for anyone engaging in exercise. As the days continue to get shorter, athletes often work harder to warm up – making Achilles injuries even more likely.