An Achilles tendon rupture is a tear in the thick band of tissue that connects your calf muscles with your heels. See our foot and ankle specialists for treatment and symptom management.

The Achilles tendon rupture test is an effective diagnostic tool. Variations include the Matles and Simmonds-Thompson tests, also called the calf and ankle squeeze tests.

Whether you’re a pro or recreational athlete, these tips from a UVA doctor can help decrease your risk of a rupture.

Here's what to know about Achilles tendon injuries, including their causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Kevin Durant and Tyrese Haliburton entered their respective NBA Finals elimination games with strained right calves ...

After recovering from his own Achilles injury, Kevin Durant shared some words of wisdom for Celtics star Jayson Tatum.

A tendon can be more vulnerable to a rupture for several reasons, such as a history of repeated injections of steroids into a tendon, and use of medications like corticosteroids and some antibiotics.

Information from WebMD on tendon ruptures, a potentially serious problem that may result in excruciating pain and permanent disability if untreated.

Bristol City midfielder Joe Williams is set to be out for "months" with a partial tear of his Achilles tendon.

Conclusions US and Doppler examination can be helpful tools to diagnose partial mid-portion Achilles tendon ruptures. The characteristic findings of a disrupted dorsal tendon line and high blood flow ...

Luis Severino's return from injury Tuesday was somewhat overshadowed by news that Dellin Betances has a partial tear in his left Achillies' tendon.