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Achillis Tendon Rupture

ByDr Sweezal Shah March 26, 2025April 2, 2025

What is a Achillis Tendon Rupture? An Achilles tendon rupture is a complete or partial tear of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. It often occurs during activities that involve sudden acceleration, jumping, or pivoting. The most frequent tendon rupture in the lower limb is the Achilles tendon. Adults…

Muscle Pain | Disease | Orthopedic Conditions

Achillis Tendonitis

ByDr Sweezal Shah March 13, 2025April 2, 2025

What is Achillis tendinitis ? Achilles Tendonitis is an overuse injury that causes inflammation of the Achilles tendon—the band of tissue connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone. It commonly occurs in runners or individuals who suddenly increase the intensity or duration of physical activity. Symptoms include pain and stiffness along the back of…

Muscle | Anatomy | Lower Limb Muscles

Gastrocnemius Muscle

ByDr Sweezal Shah March 5, 2025April 2, 2025

Anatomy of Gastrocnemius Muscle The gastrocnemius is a large, two-headed muscle in the calf that forms the bulk of its shape. It originates from the femur and inserts into the Achilles tendon, working with the soleus muscle to enable plantar flexion of the foot and assist in knee flexion. It plays a crucial role in…

Vastus Intermedius Muscle

ByDr Sweezal Shah February 10, 2025February 10, 2025

Introduction The Vastus Intermedius is one of the four muscles that make up the quadriceps femoris group in the anterior thigh. Located deep between the vastus lateralis and vastus medialis, it lies beneath the rectus femoris and plays a crucial role in knee extension. As a key component of the quadriceps, the vastus intermedius contributes…

Anatomy | Lower Limb Muscles | Muscle

Rectus Femoris Muscle

ByDr Sweezal Shah January 28, 2025January 28, 2025

Anatomy of Rectus Femoris Muscle The rectus femoris muscle is one of the four quadriceps situated in the front of the thigh. It is unique among the quadriceps as it crosses both the hip and knee joints, making it a biarticular muscle. This muscle causes two actions, it allows the hip to flex and the…