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What does syrinx mean for achilles tendons?
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Spasticity/weakness: A syrinx is a collection of cerebrospinal fluid in a within the spinal canal. This collection may over time destroy parts of the spine leading to symptoms such as muscle weakness and spasticity amongst other things.
Answered 2/23/2014
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I have never heard : The term before used in conjunction with an achilles tendon.
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