Achilles tendinopathy is a relatively common condition affecting up to 2% of the population. The cause is usually repetitive intense activity as can be seen in athletes or may also be degenerate in nature. It is most commonly seen in the mid-substance of the Achilles tendon as well as at the insertion into the posterior calcaneum.
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