Achilles bursitis explained

Synonyms:Achillobursitis

Achilles bursitis is bursitis (inflammation of synovial sac) of bursa situated above the insertion of tendon to calcaneus.[1] It results from overuse and wearing of tight shoes.[2] [3]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Fauci, Anthony. Harrison's Rheumatology, Second Edition. 2010. McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing; Digital Edition. 9780071741460. 271.
  2. Book: Frontera. Walter R.. Silver. Julie K.. Julie K. Silver . Rizzo. Thomas D.. Essentials of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation E-Book. 2014. Elsevier Health Sciences. 9780323222723. 440. 7 November 2017. en.
  3. Book: Micheli. Lyle J.. Encyclopedia of Sports Medicine. 2010. SAGE. 9781412961158. 9. 7 November 2017. en.

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