<unk>  anatomy The<unk>  tendon is the strongest and thickest tendon in the body. It connects the calf muscles to the heal bone of the foot. The calf muscles are the gastrocnemius, soleus and the heel bone is called the calcaneus. It is approximately 15 centimeters (5.9 inches) long and begins near the middle part of the calf. Contraction of the calf muscles flexes the foot down. This is important in activities such as walking, jumping, and running. The<unk>  tendon receives its blood supply from its muscular and tendon junction. Its nerve supply is from the sural nerve and to a lesser degree from the tibial nerve.
Achilles tendon rupture
Sprained ankle
Biceps tendon rupture
Achilles tendinitis
Quadriceps tendon rupture
Avulsion fracture
Anterior interosseous syndrome
Heel pad syndrome