Sudden achilles pain and tightness, does this look like a partial tear to anyone or can this occur from tendinitis?

A place for people who have suffered an Achilles’ tendon rupture to discuss their injury, treatment and recovery.

Pain and tightness developing in achilles. Tendonitis?

A place to discuss the benefits of natural foot function and gait mechanics, and how to restore it. A place for fans of going barefoot, using minimal or "barefoot" shoes, or shoes with low or zero heel-toe drop, wide toe box and a flexible sole. Learn about toe socks, toe spacers, toe mobility, mid-foot rotation, hind-foot disassociation, fully mobile ankles, and hips and tibias with good rotation as a way to achieve a comfortable compensation-free gait. Note: strong feet require strong hips!