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11 '22
Achilles tendon disorders are common in athletic and non-athletic populations. Approximately 24% of competitive athletes will experience an Achilles tendon disorder during their lifetime (with 18% sustained during their sporting career). Among runners, the prevalence is much higher (40-50%) [1]. The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscle (gastrocnemius) to the back of the heel (calcaneus)….
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08 '21
1. You have increased your load too quickly Activity load has one of the highest correlations to achilles and plantarfascia inflammation. People that run casually are more likely to get achilles pain than those who don’t run and marathon runners are more likely to experience symptoms than casual runners. Why is this?Well when you are…