Frequency of Achilles Tendonitis in Obese Patients

Achilles Tendonitis discomforts signify difficulties of walking and running. Achilles tendon is the thickest and longest tendon of human body that holds the maximum mechanical stress of human body. High Body mass Index (BMI) causes the increase in mechanical stress on Achilles tendon that results into an inflamed tendon. Achilles Tendonitis complaints are significant throughout many obese patients. Obese and old patients are mostly vulnerable to Achilles Tendonitis. Increase in BMI causes pressure at planter fascia that increases its symptoms.