Achilles Tendon Rupture

Picture of a ruptured Achilles tendon

The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. In an Achilles tendon rupture, the tendon is completely torn.

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ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerAnne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerDavid Bardana, MD, FRCSC - Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine
Last RevisedJanuary 3, 2011
By: Healthwise StaffLast Revised: January 3, 2011
Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
David Bardana, MD, FRCSC - Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine

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