Achilles Tendon

Did You Know?

The Achilles tendon is named after a hero!

How It Works

The tendon helps your foot move down.

Why It Matters

If it hurts, you can't run fast.

What Achilles Tendon Does

It helps you stand on your toes.

It helps you jump high.

It helps you walk and run.

It connects leg muscles to the heel.

It is very strong and thick.

It can get hurt if you run too much.

More About Achilles Tendon

The Achilles tendon is named after a hero from old tales. He was strong and brave. The tendon helps him run fast in fights. It is a big part of how we move.

Every day, we use our Achilles tendon. It helps us walk to school or play games. If it hurts, we may need to rest. This is why we should take care of it.

Did you know some athletes hurt their Achilles tendon? They need to heal before they can play again. It is important to stretch and warm up before sports!

How Topics Connect

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What Do These Words Mean?

Achilles tendon:A strong cord at the back of the lower leg that connects muscles to the heel.

calcaneal tendon:Another name for the Achilles tendon, which connects to the heel bone.

plantaris:A small muscle in the back of the leg that helps with foot movement.

gastrocnemius:The main calf muscle that helps you stand on your toes.

plantar flexion:The action of pointing your toes down.