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Heel cord tear; Calcaneal tendon rupture What Is an Achilles
Tendon Rupture? The Achilles tendon connects your calf muscles
to your heel bone. Together, they help you push your heel off
the ground and go up on your toes. You use these muscles and
your Achilles tendon when you walk, run, and jump. If your
Achilles tendon stretches too far, it can tear or rupture. If
this happens, you may: - Hear a snapping, cracking, or popping
sound and feel a sharp pain in the back of your leg or ankle -
Have trouble moving your foot to walk or go up stairs - Have
difficulty standing on your toes - Have bruising or swelling in
your leg or foot About Your Injury Most likely your injury
occurred when you: - Suddenly pushed your foot off t