What is Achilles tendonosis?
The Achilles tendon is fibrous tissue that connects the heel to the muscles of the lower leg: the calf muscles. Achilles tendonosis (formerly called Achilles tendonitis) is a soreness and stiffness that comes on gradually and continues to worsen until treated.
How do members experience Achilles tendonosis?
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Who has Achilles tendonosis on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 7 | |
| 40s | 25 | |
| 50s | 37 | |
| 60s | 37 | |
| 70+ | 14 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 34 | |
| Female | 86 |
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