Achilles injuries can be extremely painful, require months of recovery and may cause psychological doubt for the athlete, according to a physician.

When Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum dropped to the ground and grabbed his right foot in agony during Monday's playoff game against the New York Knicks, fans feared the worst.

Since Kobe Bryant tore his Achilles, technology has improved vastly. With more players getting that injury, that's a good thing.

Ravens safety Ar’Darius Washington suffered a torn Achilles tendon during offseason conditioning, potentially ending his 2025 season.