What Is the Achilles Tendon?

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What is the Achilles tendon?
The Achilles tendon is one of the largest and strongest tendons in the human body. It is a tough band of fibrous tissue that connects the calcaneus (heel bone) to the muscles at the back of the calf using the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles. Leg muscles are known as the strongest muscles in the body because there are able to pull against the force of gravity in order to keep the body upright and in balance. The Achilles tendon is an important tendon in terms of mobility because it keeps the elastic energy required for running, jumping and walking. When an athlete tightens their calf muscles, it pulls the Achilles tendon which in turn pushes the foot down. Within the body each Achilles tendon is conditional to an athlete’s entire body weight with each movement taken. Generally depending on the speed, pace and additional weight being carried or pushed down, each Achilles tendon may be conditional to nearly three to twelve times the athlete’s body weight during a sprint. The Achilles tendon is very different from other tendons in the body. Compared to other tendons which have a covering that minimises wear and tear to the tendon by friction, the Achilles tendon contains a softer tissue that covers it. Since there is also a short blood supply to the tendon, it is highly prone to injuries and can require a long time to heal.
What is an Achilles tendon rupture?
An Achilles tendon rupture can be a partial or complete tear of the Achilles tendon hence when an athlete suffers from the injury it can come suddenly with a snapping or popping sound of the Achilles tendon separating into two pieces. The tendon rupture basically tears the fibres therefore meaning the tendon can no longer perform its normal func...

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... ranger of motion moreover physiotherapy for the athlete tendon rupture would include:
Biomechanical
Joint mobilization
Soft tissue message
Stretches
Ice and heat treatment

Prevention
There are many ways of preventing Achilles tendon rupture but some of the most basic ways include:
Getting enough stretching and warming up before participating in sports
If an athlete is participating in a seasonal sport its best to take preparatory exercises in order to build strength and endurance before the season begins.
Wear appropriate foot wear for the specific sport
Keep a healthy body weight as it decreases the amount of weight that put on the tendon and muscles
Drink plenty of water throughout a game because dehydration results in cramping and tightness of the calf muscles and tendon of which is known to increase the chances of getting injury

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