musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
Anterior Achilles Tendon Bursitis
Symptoms and Signs of Anterior Achilles Tendon Bursitis
Symptoms and signs of bursitis caused by trauma or gout develop rapidly; those caused by another systemic disorder (eg, rheumatoid arthritis) develop gradually. Pain, swelling, and warmth around the heel are common, as are difficulty walking and wearing shoes. The bursa is tender. Initially, the swelling is localized anterior to the Achilles tendon but in time extends medially and laterally. 