Subcutaneous Calcaneal Bursa

Description

Illustration of the retrocalcaneal and subcutaneous calcaneal bursa

Name

• Subcutaneous Calcaneal Bursa
• Retro-Achilles bursa
• Retroachilleal bursa
• Superficial retrocalcaneal bursa
• Bursa subcutanea calcanea

General

• Adventitial bursa located between the Achilles Tendon and the superficial skin
• Distinct from the retrocalcaneal bursa

Function

• Allows the skin of the heel to glide smoothly over the Achilles tendon

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Clinical Significance

• Subcutaneous Calcaneal Bursitis

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See Also

• Foot And Ankle Anatomy Main
• Ankle Pain Main
• Physical Exam Ankle
• Bursae Anatomy Main

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