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Achilles tendinitis: Enyclopedia: medical health network |
 | | Achilles tendinitis is inflammation, irritation, and swelling of the Achilles tendon (the tendon that connects the muscles of the calf to the heel). |
 | | Tendinitis due to overuse is most common in younger individuals and can occur in walkers, runners, or other athletes, especially in sports like basketball that involve jumping. |
 | | Overusing a weak or tight Achilles tendon is a set-up for tendinitis. |
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