The Achilles tendon joins the calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) to the heel bone (calcaneus). The Achilles tendon is commonly injured in sport but injury can occur acutely in everyday life. Achilles tendon injury can be divided into two types: Achilles Tendon Rupture This is a tear of the Achilles tendon, usually due to acute … Continue reading Achilles strain / rupture