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The Achilles reflex, or ankle reflex, is a deep tendon reflex that is produced when the Achilles tendon is firmly tapped at the back of the ankle. The foot should flex downward. The reflex is often absent in diabetics and in people with peripheral neurological damage. A deep tendon reflex is a sudden contraction of a muscle in response to a sharp tap of a rubber hammer on a tendon of insertion of the muscle. Absence of this reflex may indicate neurological damage or damage to the muscle being tested.
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Achilles tendinitis is injury of the Achilles tendon.
Research Achilles Tendinitis
The Achilles Tendon is the tendon which connects the heel with the calf of the leg, and is the principal extensor of the foot.
Research Achilles Tendon
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