Retrocalcaneal Bursitis
Introduction[edit | edit source]
Bursitis is the inflammation of a bursa. Retrocalcaneal bursitis is in inflammation of the bursa located between the calcaneus and the anterior surface of the Achilles tendon[1].There are two bursae located just superior to the insertion of the Achilles (calcaneal) tendon.[2]
- Anterior or deep to the tendon is the retrocalcaneal (subtendinous) bursa, which is located between the Achilles tendon and the calcaneus[3].
- Posterior or superficial to the Achilles tendon is the subcutaneous calcaneal bursa, also called the Achilles bursa. This bursa is located between the skin and posterior aspect of the distal Achilles tendon.Inflammation of either or both of these bursa can cause pain at the posterior heel and ankle region.[4][5][6]
Clinical Anatomy[edit | edit source]
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Fauci, Anthony (2010). Harrison's Rheumatology, Second Edition. McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing; Digital Edition. p. 271
- ↑ Brinker MR, Miller MD. The adult foot. Fundamentals of Orthopaedics. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders Co; 1999:342-63.
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<ref>tag; no text was provided for refs namedbrinker - ↑ McGee DJ. Lower leg, ankle, and foot. Orthopedic Physical Assessment. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders Co; 1992:448-515.
- ↑ Snider RK, ed. Foot and ankle. Essentials of Musculoskeletal Care. 2nd ed. Rosemont, Ill: American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons; 1997:366-489.
- ↑ Young JL, Olsen NK, Press JM. Musculoskeletal disorders of the lower limbs. In: Braddom RL, ed. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders Co; 1996:783-812.
