Achilles Tendon Problems: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
By Gregory Caronis, MD – Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Fellowship-Trained What Is the Achilles Tendon? The Achilles tendon is the strong, rope-like structure connecting your calf muscles to your heel bone. It’s the largest tendon in your body and is essential for walking, running, and jumping. Because it endures such high stress with every…