ACHILLES PROBLEM COMMON IN WEEKEND WARRIORS

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According to Tom Albright, DPM, “The largest and strongest tendon in the body, the Achilles, anchors the calf muscles to the heel bone — which subjects it to very high forces. Achilles tendon problems are very common, especially among middle-aged weekend warriors who don’t exercise regularly. Achilles tendon injuries may seem to happen suddenly, but they usually result from tiny tears that happen over time. 

 

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Dr. Tom Albright

 

"These chronic, or long-term injuries to the tendon microstructure, such as Achilles tendonitis or Achilles tendinosis, often result from overuse and sudden increase in the amount or intensity of physical activity, as well as from wearing high heeled shoes and in individuals with high arched or flat feet,” says Dr. Albright.

 

Source: The Daily Item [7/8/20]


Courtesy of Barry Block, editor of PM News.



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