Retrocalcaneal Bursa

The Achilles tendon connects to the heel bone between two small fluid-filled sacs (bursa) located on the heel bone.

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Retrocalcaneal Bursa

Retrocalcaneal and subcutaneous calcaneal bursa

The Achilles tendon connects to the heel bone between two small fluid-filled sacs (bursa) located on the heel bone.

Current as ofJune 26, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
Anne C. Poinier, MD – Internal Medicine
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

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Adam Husney MDAnne C. Poinier MDKathleen Romito MD

Last Updated

06/26/2019

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