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Achilles tendinitis physical examination

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Overview

Key signs on physical examination are tenderness to palpation over the tendon, and trouble standing on toes.

Physical Examination

Physical Examination

  • Tenderness on palpation of the tendon.
  • Pain on standing on one toe.
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References

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