What is the Achilles tendon? The Achilles tendon is one of the largest and strongest tendons in the human body. It is a tough band of fibrous tissue that connects the calcaneus (heel bone) to the muscles at the back of the calf using the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles. The leg muscles are known as the strongest muscles in the body because they are able to pull against the force of gravity to keep the body upright and balanced. The Achilles tendon is an important tendon from the point of view of mobility because it stores the elastic energy necessary for running, jumping and walking. When an athlete contracts the calf muscles, they pull on the Achilles tendon which in turn pushes the foot down. Within the body each Achilles tendon is affected by the athlete's entire body weight with every movement made. Generally, depending on speed, pace, and additional weight carried or pushed down, each Achilles tendon can be conditioned at three to twelve times the athlete's body weight during a sprint. The Achilles tendon is very different from other tendons in the body. Compared to other tendons that have a covering that minimizes wear and tear on the tendon due to friction, the Achilles tendon contains softer tissue covering it. Since there is also a short blood supply to the tendon, it is very prone to injury and can take a long time to heal. What is an Achilles tendon rupture? An Achilles tendon rupture can be a partial or complete tear of the Achilles tendon, so when an athlete suffers the injury, the injury can occur suddenly with a pop or pop of the Achilles tendon occurring separate into two pieces. Tendon rupture basically tears the fibers, so the tendon can no longer perform its normal function...... middle of paper...... ranger of motion additionally physiotherapy for athlete's tendon rupture would include :BiomechanicsJoint mobilizationSoft tissue messagingStretchingIce and heat treatmentPreventionThere are many ways to prevent Achilles tendon rupture, but some of the most basic ways include:Doing enough stretching and warming up before participating in sportsIf an athlete participates in a seasonal sport, it is better do preparatory exercises to develop strength and endurance before the start of the season. Wear appropriate shoes for the specific sport. Maintain a healthy body weight as it decreases the amount of weight placed on your tendons and muscles. Drink plenty of water during the game because dehydration causes cramps and stiffness in the hamstring and calf muscles. tendon, which is known to increase the chances of injury