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Achilles Tendon bursitis

What is Achilles Tendon bursitis (Retrocalcaneal Bursitis)?

Runners are particularly suseptible to achilles tendon bursitis foot pain. Sometimes this condition is mistaken for tendinitis but it can also occur in conjunction with tendinitis (Haglunds syndrome).

The retrocalcaneal bursa (small sack of fluid) is situated in the feet between the Achilles tendon and the calcaneus (heel bone) to aid smooth movement of the tendon over the bone. With repeated trauma this bursa can become inflamed.

What are the symptoms of Retrocalcaneal Bursitis?

  • Running on soft surfaces and up hill causes pain at the back of the heels.
  • Certain kinds of shoes might be uncomfortable to wear and there may be tenderness and swelling on the feet.
  • When pressing fingers in both sides of the heel a spongy resistance may be felt.

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