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The Achilles tendon

Orthopaedics and Trauma, 2016
Abstract The Achilles tendon is subject to two main pathologies: rupture and tendinopathy. The anatomy and biomechanical properties of both the Achilles and the plantaris tendon have a role to play in these. The histology in tendinopathy is primarily non-inflammatory.
A.C. Peek, F. Malagelada, Callum Clark
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Achilles tendon injuries

Current Opinion in Rheumatology, 2001
The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the human body. Because most Achilles tendon injuries take place in sports and there has been an common upsurge in sporting activities, the number and incidence of the Achilles tendon overuse injuries and complete ruptures have increased in the industrialized countries during the last decades.
Markku Järvinen   +5 more
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Achilles Tendon in Diabetes

Current Diabetes Reviews, 2017
Diabetes mellitus is one of the most common metabolic problems and is characterized by persistent hyperglycaemia. Exposure to chronic hyperglycaemia can affect many tissues including the Achilles Tendon, which is one of the largest tendons in the body. The current literature on the effects of hyperglycaemia on tendons is sparse, though evidence on rat ...
Satyan Rajbhandari, Lucy Partridge
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Endoscopic Flexor Hallucis Longus Transfer for Chronic Noninsertional Achilles Tendon Rupture

Foot & ankle international, 2018
Background: Operative management of chronic Achilles tendon ruptures is challenging, and numerous techniques have been described. Risk of infection and wound breakdown have been described after open techniques, and minimally invasive methods have been ...
J. Vega   +4 more
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Achilles Tendon Rehabilitation

Foot and Ankle Clinics, 2009
The operative management of acute Achilles tendon rupture marks the beginning of a comprehensive rehabilitation program. The goals of the rehabilitation program start with the reduction of pain and swelling and the recovery of ankle motion and power. They conclude with the restoration of coordinated activity and safe return to athletic activity.
Mark M. Casillas, Adam C. Strom
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Achilles Tendon Rupture

Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, 2013
The patient was a 30-year-old man who was referred to a physical therapist for a chief complaint of a painful, swollen left lower leg that had caused difficulty with walking in the previous 3 weeks. Prior to physical therapist referral, the patient's primary care provider ordered radiographs of the left ankle, which were interpreted as normal.
Susan S. Jordan   +2 more
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The Anatomy of the Achilles Tendon

Foot and Ankle Clinics, 2005
The Achilles tendon is the strongest and largest tendon in the body. It is the conjoined tendon of the gastrocnemius and the soleus muscles, and may have a small contribution from the plantaris. The muscles and the Achilles tendon are in the posterior, superficial compartment of the calf.
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Achilles Tendon Disorders

Clinics in Sports Medicine, 1994
In conclusion, the sports medicine specialist is able to use a spectrum of diagnostic, surgical, and rehabilitation techniques to identify etiologic factors and to choose optimal treatment regimens for patients with Achilles tendinitis or traumatic rupture.
Bert R. Mandelbaum, Charles A. Soma
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The Achilles Tendon

2017
The History of the Tendo Achillis and Its Rupture.- The Anatomy of the Achilles Tendon.- Biomechanics of the Achilles Tendon.- Imaging of the Achilles Tendon.- Etiology and Epidemiology of Achilles Tendon Problems.- Paratendinopathy of the Achilles Tendon.- Tendinopathy of the Main Body of the Achilles Tendon.- Custom Foot Orthotic Management in ...
James D. F. Calder   +6 more
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Achilles tendon disorders

BMJ, 2013
#### Summary points Disorders of the Achilles tendon are common in active people—competitive and recreational athletes alike—but they can occur in less active people. As the largest tendon in the body, the Achilles experiences repetitive strain from running, jumping, and sudden acceleration or deceleration, so is susceptible to rupture and ...
Chad A. Asplund, Thomas M. Best
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