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The Achilles tendon, the largest and strongest tendon in the body, is critical for lower limb function and prone to a variety of pathologies, particularly in athletes and active individuals. This paper explores the normal sonographic anatomy of the Achilles tendon, common pathological findings\u2014including tendinopathy, tears, insertional disorders, and retrocalcaneal bursitis\u2014and ultrasound techniques to optimize diagnostic accuracy. 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