Achilles tendon is most frequently injured tendon; common in athletes and middle-aged weekend warriors. Tendinopathy: degenerative process due to overuse, poor vascularity, fluoroquinolone/steroid use. Acute rupture: sudden pop, pain, inability to plantarflex; positive Thompson test. Imaging: USG/MRI confirm diagnosis, assess tendon gap/degeneration. Management: Tendinopathy—eccentric exercises, activity modification, PRP/shockwave. Rupture—conservative functional bracing or surgical repair depending on activity level.
What is the most common mechanism of acute Achilles tendon rupture?
Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy?
What is the first-line treatment for non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy?
What imaging modality is most useful for confirming a complete Achilles tendon rupture?
Which of the following is contraindicated in the treatment of insertional Achilles tendinopathy?
What is the primary reason corticosteroid injections should be avoided in the management of Achilles tendinopathy?
What is the typical age range for peak incidence of Achilles tendon rupture?
In the context of Achilles tendinopathy, what does the term 'watershed zone' refer to?
What is the expected outcome of eccentric loading exercises for non-insertional Achilles tendinopathy?
Which test is positive in the diagnosis of Achilles tendon rupture?
