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The Achilles tendon the thickest and strongest tendon in the body connects the calf muscles to the

he heel bone. Contracting the calf muscles pulls the tendon upwards and pushes the foot downwards

Calf muscle Tibia Heel bone Achilles tendon 15cm long may carry to up to 12 times body weight during sprint Rupture: After surgery to stitch torn tendon together, patient can return to competitive sport within six months

Source: achillestendon.com GRAPHIC NEWS

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