A Pain in the Heel

The Achilles tendon, the large tough band of tissue connecting the muscles in the back of the lower leg to the heel bone, can become inflamed, degenerate or even rupture. The January issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter covers causes and treatments for Achilles tendon problems.

Source: Mayo Clinic Health Information - January 29, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Mayo Clinic Source Type: news