Check-rein technique for Achilles tendon elongation following conservative management for acute Achilles tendon ruptures: a two-year prospective clinical study

Abstract Background Following conservative management for acute Achilles tendon (AT) ruptures, the tendon may heal in continuity, and some patients may present with an elongated Achilles tendon–gastrosoleus complex. This study investigated the efficacy and feasibility of a novel minimally invasive t...

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Main Authors: Nicola Maffulli, Francesco Oliva, Filippo Migliorini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-11-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-021-02830-7