The action of the Achilles tendon allows for basic motions in the leg, such as walking and running. During these basic actions, the Achilles tendon may support loads of up to 10 times the body weight.

The lateral collateral ligament (LCL) is the ligament located in the knee joint. Ligaments are thick, strong bands of tissue that connect bone to bone. The LCL runs along the outside of the knee ...

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 21 (UPI) -- A wearable device mimicking muscles, tendons and ligaments of the lower leg could aid in the rehabilitation of ankle-foot disorders, U.S. researchers say. The active ...

Hi Dr, I suffered compartment syndrome of my right lower leg, anterior compartment in July with no explanation at the time. A MRI in December confirmed chronic compartment syndrome of both lower legs.

Background The presence of bone bruises (BB), especially in the lateral compartment of the knee, is a common finding in the context of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. However, different ...