Subcutaneous calcaneal bursa

Last revised by Henry Knipe on 18 Oct 2024

The subcutaneous calcaneal bursa, also known as the retro-Achilles bursaretroachilleal bursa, or superficial retrocalcaneal bursa, is an adventitial bursa located between the calcaneal tendon and the skin 1-5. It is distinct from the retrocalcaneal bursa, which is located between the calcaneal tendon and the posterior angle of the calcaneus.

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Cases and figures

  • Case 1: with bursitis
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