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A foot tendon tear will likely have these symptoms:
See a doctor if you think you have any of these symptoms. Tendons heal best when you get the right treatment as soon as possible after the injury. Some tendon injuries can get worse without the right treatment.
Foot tendon tears are usually caused by a fall on the foot or sudden pressure on the tendon. It can also be caused by repetitive use of the foot and ankle in ways that put stress on the tendon. This is more likely to happen to athletes who put repetitive stress on their ankles. In addition, people with high arches have a higher risk of foot tendon tears.
To properly diagnose a foot injury, you may need to see an orthopedic specialist who is trained to detect and treat foot and ankle injuries. During the exam, the doctor will:
Treatment tendon tear in the foot will depend on how serious the tear is and your overall health, but may include any of the following:
It’s not always possible to prevent injuries. But you can lower your risk of a foot tendon tear by taking care of the muscles that tendons attach to. Know your limits and don’t push your muscles to do what they are not ready to do.
If you have a foot tendon injury, you can prevent further damage and future injuries by getting the right treatment.
A foot tendon tear happens when one of the tendons in the foot is damaged from sudden injury or overuse. A tendon is band of tissue made up of many fibers. It connects muscle to bone. The foot has a number of tendons. A tendon tear can be painful and make it hard to do any activities that require you to put weight on your foot.
The most common foot tendon to tear include: