Disease: Achilles tendon contracture

A condition which is characterized by permanent contracture of the Achilles tendon of the leg.

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Achilles tendon contracture is most often caused by prior rupture of the Achilles tendon or from repeated cortisone injections that destabilize the tendon. Other potential causes include paralysis.

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