Proper movement.For different reasons, yourankle, foot, orkneejoints may not move the way they should. This canstrainyour Achilles tendon. To correct these problems, a physical therapist may show youexercisesor use hands-on techniques to ease the tension. Muscle strength and balance.Weak muscles...
Tendon rupture is usually diagnosed using a physical examination. Any imaging is done to confirm the diagnosis and decide the severity of the rupture Quadriceps X-rays often show that your patella (kneecap) is lower than its normal position on a side view of the knee. Using an MRI, your ...
ACL reconstruction involves removing the torn ACL and replacing it with tissue typically from the hamstring or patella tendon, in an attempt to replicate the native ACL. In Australia, Europe and the United States, ACL reconstruction surgery is the most common treatment for ACL ruptures, and the ...