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An Achilles tear, or more commonly know as a rupture, is when the tendon connecting your calf to your heel tears or ruptures. This can be a full tear which may require surgery, or a minor tear that can be treated nonsurgical. Go here for more info on treatment http://www.emedicinehealth.com/achilles_tendon_rupture/page5_em.htm
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Did Achilles use the plant yarrow?
It is said that Achilles used yarrow to treat the wounds of his soldiers after the battle of Troy.
What does Achilles refuse to promise the dying Hector?
Hector begged Achilles - not to spare his life, but to treat his body with respect after killing him. Achilles then refused to return Hector's body to his father.
How do I treat a tear in my Achilles tendon?
My first advice would be to consult your doctor. Depending on the degree of tear, surgery might be required. The Achilles tendon is a marvelous piece of equipment your body possesses. The Achilles can sustain a tear, and if stretched lightly to keep it from becoming too taught, a period of rest may be all you need. if left untreated to will compensate by the rest of the tendons and ligaments around the ankle joint becoming "locked" evolution has told your body to protect you feet and ankles, for survival. Scar tissue may form around the injured area, causing it to become "splinted" proper light stretching may help to reduce any resulting stiffness.
How can I treat my injured Achilles tendon?
The best way to treat the Achilles tendon is to relax your muscle, be sure to stretch before you start running, and if you have time you should strengthen your calf muscles with exercises such as toe raises etc.
How does Agamemnon treat or regard Achilles as warrior?
Agamemnon pays lip service to Achilles as a mighty warrior, but he disrespects Achilles by taking away his slave-girl trophy, Briseis. This is the inciting incident of The Iliad.
How do you treat a clogged tear duct in a dog?
Please take your dog to the vet, how do you know its a clogged tear duct?
How do you know if the Achilles is cut or just torn?
Patients who experience a tear to the Achilles tendon often report hearing a popping or clicking sound at the time the tear occurs. It often feels as though you have been hit in the back of the leg. A partial tear may cause mild or no symptoms at all. Even with more significant tears there may be no pain or symptoms present at the time the injury occurs. The symptoms listed below can happen right when the tendon is torn or they may begin to occur later on.
How does Hector treat Helen?
Achilles and Hector fought with each other when Hector killed Achilles' friend Patroclus, and Achilles won the bet Hector asked. Hector placed a curse on Achilles, and Achilles stabbed his feet, then dragged him around town to show he won. Achilles dragged the corpse of Hector around the city walls.
What orthopedic surgery is done to treat spasticity?
The most common surgery is tendon lengthening to treat equinus. In this procedure, the Achilles tendon is cut and the leg is placed in a cast in a more normal position.
Is a podiatrist the doctor to treat Achilles heal?
Yes, it would be a good place to start. She may refer you to an orthopedist or bone doctor.
List of some famous athletes injuries?
Kobe Bryant - torn Achilles tendon Serena Williams - knee injury Michael Jordan - broken foot Neymar Jr. - fractured vertebra Peyton Manning - neck injury Lindsey Vonn - ACL tear Derek Jeter - fractured ankle Kevin Durant - Achilles tendon tear
What does rice stand for and what does it treat in the muscular systems?
R.I.C.E stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, & Elevation. It is used to treat lesions in the muscular system, such as a tear or strain.
