The Impact of Tendon Lengthening Following Achilles Tendon Repair on Foot Kinetics, a Finite Element Analysis
Category: Midfoot/Forefoot; Hindfoot Introduction/Purpose: Triceps surae muscle force is transferred through the Achilles tendon to the calcaneus and from the calcaneus to the plantar fascia and then to the metatarsal heads and the toes which exert force on the ground. Achilles tendon ruptures occur...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2023-12-01
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| Series: | Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/2473011423S00429 |