Achilles

Anatomy Update

Edama, et al (2014) - The twisted structure of the human Achilles tendon - also includes differences in proportion of soleus tendon:

O'Neill, S et al 2014 paper on Soleus stength deficits - link here. Or listen to Seth's blog receorded for Dr Christian Barton on his biomechanics webpage - link here

Key Researchers

Seth O'Neill @Seth0Neill

Dr Peter Malliaris @DrPeteMalliaras

Prof Jill Cook @ProfJillCook

Dr Ebonie Rio @tendonpain

Prof Karim Khan @BJSM_BMJ

A Guideline

CARCIA, C.R, et al (2010) Achilles Pain, Stiffness and Muscle Power Deficits:Achilles Tendinitis Clinical Practice Guidelines Linked to the International Classificationof Functioning, Disability, and Health from the Orthopaedic Sectionof the American Physical Therapy Association.

Also see our 'Tendons & Tendinopathy' page.