Ankle Fracture: General Facts An ankle fracture can range from a relatively minor twisting injury or due to high energy trauma. Those with high energy, such as in a motor vehicle crash or with high falls, oftentimes have a worse... Read more about Fracture of the Ankle (Broken Ankle) »
Achilles Tendon Tear
Achilles Tendon Tear: What Is It? Achilles Tendon Tear or rupture of the achilles tendon typically occurs while playing sports or from a misstep or from a heavy load pushoff. A strong contraction of the muscle excessively loads the tendon... Read more about Achilles Tendon Tear »
Achilles Pain
Achilles pain is a common orthopedic condition. Generally speaking, Achilles pain can occur in increasing frequency with age, starting with younger patients in their twenties. That said, Achilles pain is much more common in patients in their forties, fifties, and... Read more about Achilles Pain »