Achilles Tendon Rupture

Anatomy of the Achilles Tendon

Injuries to the Achilles Tendon

Achilles tendon injuries can either be acute injuries from rapid or forceful pushing off on the foot, causing either an achilles tendon strain or achilles tendon rupture. Overuse or chronic, repetitive injury to the Achilles tendon can lead to an Achilles tendonitis

Initial Treatment of Achilles Tendon Rupture

Surgery for Achilles Tendon Rupture

Rehabilitation of Achilles Tendon Rupture

Prevention of Achilles Tendon Ruptures

References for Achilles Tendon Rupture