Tendon rupture
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| Tendon rupture | |
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| Tendon rupture | |
| Specialty | Orthopedics |
| Symptoms | Sudden pain, swelling, bruising, weakness, inability to move the affected joint |
| Complications | Chronic weakness, re-rupture, joint instability |
| Usual onset | Sudden |
| Causes | Trauma, overuse, degenerative changes, corticosteroid use |
| Diagnostic method | Physical examination, ultrasound, MRI |
| Treatment | Rest, ice, compression, elevation (R.I.C.E.), physical therapy, surgery |
| Prognosis | Varies; depends on severity and treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
Tendon rupture is a condition in which a tendon separates in whole or in part from tissue to which it is attached, or is itself torn or otherwise divided in whole or in part.[1][2]
Examples include:
- Achilles tendon rupture
- Biceps tendon rupture
- Anterior cruciate ligament injury
- Biceps femoris tendon rupture and Quadriceps tendon rupture
- Cruciate ligament § Rupture
- Patellar tendon rupture