THE ACHILLES TENDON is essential for walking, running, and jumping, but tension or tightness can make your movement a major drag. "If you're experiencing pain in the Achilles tendon area that's above ...

The calf muscle is actually made up of two primary muscles: the gastrocnemius muscle and the soleus muscle. "The vast majority of injuries are to those two muscles," says Robert Gillanders, a ...

The soleus is a muscle in the calf that runs from directly behind the knee to just above the muscles around the ankle. An injury or strain to this muscle can cause pain and discomfort. Muscle injuries ...

The pain in the heel, arch, and bottom of the foot associated with plantar fasciitis can be intense and debilitating. Fortunately, several exercises can provide relief. According to guidelines ...

Introduction Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is a common condition. Its pathoaetiology is not fully understood although failed loading is believed to be a key feature in its pathogenesis. 2 The Achilles ...

Fun fact: Chair exercises may have bigger benefits than you realize. The soleus pushup, a simple seated move, comes with perks like increasing blood circulation and boosting your metabolism, new ...