KUTV — Often, chronic tendon can become very debilitating and frustrating as it keeps us from being able to participate in the activities that we would like to. It also tends to be a problem that ...

Achilles tendonitis (AT) is inflammation, pain, and swelling of the Achilles tendon. Insertional Achilles tendonitis is one type, which involves the lower part of the tendon that slots into the heel ...

There are three main types of Achilles tendon surgery: percutaneous repair, open repair, and mini-open repair. The surgery a person has depends on the type of injury and the condition of the Achilles ...

An Achilles tendon rupture (also known as a tendon tear) is an injury to the thick band of tissue that connects your calf muscles to your heel. The rupture can occur anywhere along the Achilles tendon ...

FOND DU LAC – Christopher Ng, M.D., an SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic physiatrist, is now offering the Tenex Health TX system at SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital for patients experiencing chronic ...

A doctor might recommend surgery if you experience significant injury to your Achilles tendon. But experts differ on which technique is best. Regardless of technique, recovery usually takes 3–6 months ...