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Simple Ankle Fractures Explained

Ankle fractures are common injuries most often caused by the ankle rolling inward or outward. Many people mistake an ankle fracture for an ankle sprain, but they are quite different and therefore require an accurate and early diagnosis. They sometimes occur simultaneously.

What to Know About a Quadriceps Tendon Tear

Article featured on WebMD The quadriceps tendon is a durable piece of tissue that helps you straighten your leg. A quadriceps tendon tear, or quadriceps tendon rupture, is a painful condition that makes this activity difficult, usually as the result of an impact injury.Recovery time depends on the degree of the tear. It can be […]

Achilles Tendon Rupture

Article featured on Cleveland Clinic The Achilles tendon is a thick band of tissue that attaches your calf muscle to your heel bone. It is the largest and longest tendon in your body and is built to handle a lot of stress. But you can rupture your Achilles tendon under extreme stress — like during […]