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How far does the achilles tendon ascend in the leg? what is a common diagnostic tool to diagnose injury/disease of the tendon that isn't ruptured?

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

1/3 up the leg: Achilles tendon merges into your gastro-soleus muscles about 1/3 up the leg from the heel. MRI is the best diagnostic tool to see inflammatory changes or tears. Real time Ultrasound examination shows full thickness tears.

Answered 1/5/2019

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How high does the Achilles tendon ascend up the leg?

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