review-article | 18-June-2021
the commonest lower limb tendon to rupture, but also it is most frequently impaired as a result of overuse leading to tendinopathy(3). Chronic midportion Achilles tendinopathy is a common overuse injury that is often long-standing. Over the past three decades, the incidence has been rising because of greater participation in sports activities. Runners are most at risk of developing symptoms, with a lifetime risk of 52%(4). However, patients with this condition do not always participate in vigorous
George A. Kakkos,
Michail E. Klontzas,
Emmanouil Koltsakis,
Apostolos H. Karantanas
Journal of Ultrasonography, Volume 21 , ISSUE 85, e127–e133
research-article | 18-December-2020
kinematics studies to alter the foot loading pattern and pose a considerable risk for plantar ulcer)(13,14) can be readily assessed on ultrasound.
This study aims to determine and analyze the prevalence, pattern, and modifying factors (age, body mass index, coexisting peripheral neuropathy, diabetes duration) of diabetic degenerative Achilles tendinopathy in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in our locality.
Materials and methods
Eighty (80) subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and 80 age
Babalola Ishamel Afolabi,
Bukunmi Michael Idowu,
Stephen Olaoluwa Onigbinde
Journal of Ultrasonography, Volume 20 , ISSUE 83, 291–299
research-article | 31-March-2020
Introduction
Achilles tendinopathy is a condition that is clinically characterized by pain, swelling and impaired function, typically related to sports or exercise overuse(1,2). The average age at the first presentation is 43 years(3). However, in highly active subjects, tendinopathy can occur at a younger age(4). Achilles tendon disorders are common in military personnel. Individuals who are overweight, report moderate alcohol use and those with a prior diagnosis of tendinopathy are at higher
Marc Paantjens,
Marco Leeuw,
Pieter Helmhout,
Amanda Isaac,
Michel De Maeseneer
Journal of Ultrasonography, Volume 20 , ISSUE 80, e6–e11