An Achilles' tendon strain is an injury to the Achilles' tendon or its adjoining muscle or bone. These 3 parts comprise a unit. The strain occurs at the weakest part of the unit. The Achilles' tendon, the muscle attached to the Achilles' tendon, the heel bone, and the soft tissue surrounding the strain are involved.
Muscle spasm at the rear of the calf.
Swelling around the Achilles' tendon. Inflammation of the sheath covering the Achilles' tendon. Your child should participate in an appropriate strengthening and conditioning program and should warm up before participating in sports. The child should tape the Achilles' area and wear proper shoes for sports. If this is a first-time injury, proper care and sufficient healing time before the child resumes activity should prevent permanent disability.