Dr. Silverman was recently asked to comment on the treatment options and costs involved for addressing Achilles bursitis. Below, he explains the condition and discusses options for those suffering from Achilles bursitis. As always, if you have a question for Dr. Silverman, feel free to submit a question here. “What type of treatment do you do […]
Achilles Tendon Rupture: Diagnosis, Treatment and Recovery – The Kobe Bryant case
Kobe Bryant has earned many distinctions throughout his NBA career. He’s a 15-time All-Star, 5-time NBA Champion, and 2-time Finals MVP, and he also holds the unofficial record for most tweeted about Achilles tendon. Bryant injured his Achilles on Friday in the closing minutes against the Warriors, and although he was able to walk off […]
Achilles Tendon Rupture Rehab
Guest blog by Heidi Mills BSc (Hons) GSR – a Graduate Sports Rehabilitator who writes for www.sportsinjuryclinic.net. The achilles tendon is the thick tendon which can be felt at the back of the ankle. It attaches the two main calf muscles (Gastrocnemius and Soleus) to the heel bone and transmits the forces they produce to […]
Top 5 FAQs about Achilles Tendon Ruptures
Q. What is the Achilles tendon? A. The Achilles tendon is one of the largest tendons in the body and transmits the incredibly strong plantar flexion forces. Q. Why does the Achilles tendon rupture? A. The Achilles tendon silently degenerates over time. As a result, Achilles ruptures often happen suddenly and without warning, most often […]
4 Most Common Foot & Ankle Injuries
The feet and ankles are some of the most often injured areas of the body. Here are the 4 most common foot & ankle injuries: Overuse Injuries. These are very common among athletes who put excessive strain on their feet & ankles on a regular basis through activities such as long distance running and weight […]