Injuries of Achilles Tendon
Authors:
D. Líška; J. Sýkora
Authors‘ workplace:
Katedra telesnej výchovy a športu, Filozofická fakulta, Univerzita Mateja Bela v Banskej Bystrici
Published in:
Rehabil. fyz. Lék., 27, 2020, No. 4, pp. 225-233.
Category:
Review Article
Overview
Achilles tendon pain from degeneration or inflammation is called tendinopathy. The most common symptoms are pain, swelling, impaired exercise tolerance. Achilles tendon injuries also include total rupture, partial rupture and distension. Achilles tendon tendinopathy most often affect runners, and a higher incidence is also found in the population with insufficient physical activity. Achilles tendon tendinopathy is divided into acute and chronic forms. Chronic Achilles tendinopathy is a common injury, especially in athletes. Several therapeutic methods can be used to treat Achilles tendinopathy. The most commonly used therapeutic exercises include eccentric exercises and heave slow resistance exercise. Rehabilitation is an important part of therapy in patients with Achilles tendinopathy. Rehabilitation forms a significant part of therapy also after rupture of the Achilles tendon.
Keywords:
Achilles tendon – tendinopathy – eccentric exercises – heavy slow resistance training
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