Rupture of Achilles Tendon
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Definition:
A solution of continuity or a tear; a break of the Achilles tendon.
Symptoms- Immediate, severe pain in the calf
- Tenderness
- Swelling
- Stiffness
- Hearing a snapping or popping noise during the injury
- Difficulty flexing your foot or pointing your toes
Causes- Explosive acceleration (running, jumping)
- Direct trauma to Achilles tendon
- Sudden activation of the Achilles after atrophy from prolonged periods of inactivity
- Antibiotics (ciprofloxacin)
Treatment- Period of immobilization
- Possible surgical intervention
- Progress to ROM and stretching
- Foot intrinsic muscle strengthening
- Lower extremity strengthening
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