Introduction Our aim was to investigate changes in Achilles tendon (AT) shear wave velocity (SWV) during the first year after rupture. Additionally, we explored associations between AT SWV and ...

Introduction Aetiology of elongation after Achilles tendon rupture (ATR) is multifactorial. Modifying one factor will be masked by effects of concomitant factors. In a strong repair with slow ...

Background: The Achilles tendon Total Rupture Score was developed by a research group in 2007 in response to the need for a patient reported outcome measure for this patient population.

The Thompson Test is performed when making the diagnosis of a torn Achilles tendon. This should not be confused with the Thomas test, used to assess hip joint problems. An Achilles tendon tear occurs ...

This study aimed to determine if preseason sonographic abnormalities of the patellar tendon, Achilles tendon and plantar fascia are associated with future time-loss injuries in collegiate athletes.

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The rise of a young Greek Australian batsman has set the cricketing world alight—after debuting for Australia as a opener, at the MCG in the 4th Test against India, and scoring 60 of 65 balls.

Weight loss requires consistency, smart exercise choices, and focusing on movements that engage multiple muscle groups. The key is to choose exercises that maximize calorie burn while building ...

Achilles tendon injuries are common but challenging to monitor during recovery due to the limitations of current imaging techniques. Researchers, led by Associate Professor Zeng Nan from the ...

orthop.gu.se Objective: To assess the relationship between muscle-tendon function and symptoms in patients with Achilles tendinopathy using a validated test battery. Design: A prospective ...

Dr. Euan Ashley, Stanford University: Well, look, we have known for maybe 70 years that exercise was among one of the most potent medical interventions known. We knew from studies in the 1950s ...