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	Foot Problems
	You are in Foot Problems > Heel Problems.  Featured topics include: Haglund's Deformity  •   Heel Callus  •   Heel Fissures  •   Plantar Fasciitis (heel spur) Heel Problems Haglund's Deformity Heel Callus Heel Fissures Plantar Fasciitis (heel spur) Copyright ©2010 Officite The strongest and largest tendon, the Achilles tendon connects muscles in the lower leg with the heel bone. Sports that tighten the calf muscles, such as basketball, running and high-jumping can overstress this tendon and cause a strain (Achilles tendinitis) or a rupture. A direct blow to the foot, ankle, or calf can also cause it.