Tendo
Achillis
Definition:
It is a common tendon of insertion of the gastrocnemius and solus. It also
known as tendo calcaneus.
Features:
It is the thickest & strongest tendon of the body. It is about 15cm long.
It begins near the middle of leg & ends by taking insertion into the middle
1/3 of the posterior surface of calcaneous.
Importance:
If it ruptured sever disability in walking & running is impossible.
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