Achilles tendon swelling TENDONS: There is mild focal enlargement of the Achilles tendon approximately 5 to 6 cm above the insertion with associated minimal internal increased signal distally. The combination of findings is compatible with tendinopathy without evidence of a discrete tear. This corresponds with the location of the marker on the patient indicating the area of interest. The fibers of the more proximal tendon and remaining tendons all appear intact.LIGAMENTS: No significant abnormality noted.ARTICULAR SURFACES AND BONE: No significant abnormality noted. ADDITIONAL
Tendinopathy of the Achilles tendon as described without evidence of discrete tear.