Achilles Tendon

Synonyms of achilles tendon

• calcaneal tendon
• tendo calcaneus
• heel cord

Collocations of achilles tendon

injury

Frequency: 80 %

He suffered an Achilles tendon injury during the game.

rupture

Frequency: 70 %

The athlete had to undergo surgery for his Achilles tendon rupture.

pain

Frequency: 65 %

She felt a sharp pain in her Achilles tendon while running.

rehabilitation

Frequency: 50 %

After the surgery, he went through a long rehabilitation process for his Achilles tendon.

stretching

Frequency: 45 %

Regular stretching can help prevent Achilles tendon injuries.

Idiomatic Expressions for achilles tendon

• Phrase: Achilles tendon injury
  Meaning: an injury to the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone
  Usage: She had to sit out the game due to an Achilles tendon injury.