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Foot pain can be extremely painful, but it is also very common among children, young adults, older adults, and elderly. The most common foot problems are plantar faciitis, achilles tendonitis, and heel pain.
Ruptured Achilles Tendon
A tendon rupture is an injury that affects the back of your lower leg. It mainly occurs in people playing recreational sports.
Common symptoms:
- Pain
- Swelling near the heel
- Inability to stand on injured leg and foot
- Popping or snapping sound when injury occured
What can cause a ruptured tendon?
- High intensity sport activities
- Falling from a height
- Stepping in a hole
Diagnosis:
- Physical examination by preferred podiatrist
- Xray
- MRI
Treatment:
- Prescribe pain relief medication
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medication
- Walking Boot (CAM walker)
- Leg cast
- surgery, if necessary
We, United Foot and Ankle, srtive to give our patients the best treatment options. If you or any loved ones are experiencing similar symptoms, please feel free to contact our office at (732) 979-2035. We are located in East Brunswick, Keyport, Old Bridge, Perth Amboy and Bayonne. We look forward to seeing you.
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