Achilles tendinitis is inflammation ... the tendon can become torn or ruptured. In mild cases, treatment may involve resting or changing an exercise routine, but in more severe cases, it may ...

Bucks star Damian Lillard suffered a torn Achilles, which means the 34-year-old guard will be out for an extended window.

There's a long history of athletes in all sports overcoming Achilles tears, but the recovery timeline varies depending on age, rehab and injury ... work on low-impact exercise alternatives.

Some insurers limit sessions to just 20 a year. They also often pause coverage to require re-authorization of physical ...