Achilles tendon loading during weight bearing exercises.

Objective: Compare the estimated Achilles tendon (AT) loading using a musculoskeletal model during commonly performed weight bearing therapeutic exercises.

Design: Controlled laboratory study.

Setting: University biomechanics laboratory.

Achilles Tendon Loading During Heel-Raising and -Lowering Exercises.

Context: Achilles tendinopathies are common injuries during sport participation, although men are more prone to Achilles tendon injuries than women. Heel-raising and -lowering exercises are typically suggested for Achilles tendon rehabilitation.

Objective: To compare the estimated Achilles tendon loading variables and the ankle range of motion (ROM) using a musculoskeletal model during commonly performed heel-raising and -lowering exercises.