Achilles Tendon Rupture Flashcards
1
Q
cause
A
sudden deceleration with resisted calf muscle contraction
2
Q
presentation
A
pain
difficulty bearing weight
weak plantar flexion
palpable gap
3
Q
diagnosis
A
Simmond’s test (no plantarflexion of foot when squeezing calf)
4
Q
management
A
surgery
casting in equinous position (ankle plantarflex with toes pointing down)
