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Assessment of the Achilles tendon for rupture: calf compression test

The doctor squeezes the calf muscle, observing the plantar flexion of the foot. The absence of plantar flexion of the foot during compression of the calf muscle indicates a positive test result, indicating a tear.
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The tendon is named after the ancient Greek mythological figure Achilles because it lies at the only part of his body that was still vulnerable after his mother had dipped him (holding him by the heel) into the River Styx.
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The tendon is named after the ancient Greek mythological figure Achilles because it lies at the only part of his body that was still vulnerable after his mother had dipped him (holding him by the heel) into the River Styx.
Too bad she wasn't smart enough to switch hands and double dip.
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