Abstract:Introduction: The Achilles tendon also named calcaneal tendon, can be subjected to tensile loads up to 10 times the body weight. It is located on the posterior aspect of the lower leg and is the thickest tendon. This tendon accounts for 20% of all large tendon injuries. There is discussion on which is the best treatment, among which the percutaneous repair of the Achilles tendon has risk of injuring the sural nerve. When a sharp, explosive and sudden force is exerted on the Achilles tendon, rupture or tears ca… Show more
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