Which patients sustain Achilles tendon ruptures?
Achilles tendon ruptures are most commonly seen in men who are around the age of 30-40 years old. About 15-20% of patients have symptoms of Achilles tendonitis prior to sustaining an Achilles tendon rupture, but the vast majority of patients have no history of prior Achilles tendon problems.
Over 75% of Achilles tendon ruptures are associated with playing ball sports (commonly basketball or tennis).
Other risk factors that are associated with Achilles tendon rupture include:
o Cortisone injections into the tendon
o Gout
o Fluoroquinolone antibiotic use
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics are used very commonly in medicine for treatment of respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, and other bacterial infections. These antibiotics, such as Cipro, Levaquin, and others, are associated with Achilles tendon rupture. Exactly why this is the case is unclear, but patients on these medications should consider an alternative medication if Achilles tendon pain develops.
Over 75% of Achilles tendon ruptures are associated with playing ball sports (commonly basketball or tennis).
Other risk factors that are associated with Achilles tendon rupture include:
o Cortisone injections into the tendon
o Gout
o Fluoroquinolone antibiotic use
Fluoroquinolone antibiotics are used very commonly in medicine for treatment of respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, and other bacterial infections. These antibiotics, such as Cipro, Levaquin, and others, are associated with Achilles tendon rupture. Exactly why this is the case is unclear, but patients on these medications should consider an alternative medication if Achilles tendon pain develops.
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