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Stability and Range of Motion at Synovial Joints

Achilles Tendon

Achilles Tendon

The Achilles tendon, also called the calcaneus, provides stability and limits the range of motion at the ankle joint. It's depicted in this diagram in relation to the tendo calcaneus.

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