Introduction

This episode of the ortho bullets podcast will go over the topic of achilles tendon rupture. Achilles tendon ruptures are common tendon injuries that occur due to sudden dorsal flexion of a plantar flex foot. Most commonly associated with sporting events. Diagnosis can be made clinically with weakness of plantar flexion. With a positive thompson's testa e studies may be indicated for surgical management of chronic injuries. Treatment may be non operative or operative, depending on patient age and activity demands.