Anterior achilles tendon bursitis

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Anterior Achilles tendon bursitis is inflammation of the retromalleolar (retrocalcaneal) bursa, located anterior (deep) to the attachment of the Achilles tendon to the calcaneus (see figure Bursitis in the heel). Diagnosis is mainly clinical. Treatment may include local injection.

(See also Overview of Foot and Ankle Disorders.)

Bursitis is due to trauma (eg, caused by rigid or poorly fitting shoes) or inflammatory arthritis (eg, rheumatoid arthritis, gout). On occasion, small calcaneal erosions may result from severe inflammation.