BONE FRACTURES

Broken Heel Bone 🦶 Calcaneus fractures are uncommon but potentially debilitating injuries. The #calcaneus bone is one of (7) tarsal bones, part of the hindfoot which includes the calcaneus and talus bone. The hindfoot articulates with the tibia and fibula creating the ankle joint. The subtalar or calcaneotalar joint accounts for at least some foot and ankle dorsal/plantar flexion. Historically a burst fracture of the calcaneus was coined a

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The Achilles (Calcaneal) Tendon is a fibrous tendon that connects the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles to the calcaneus (heel) bone. When you contract your calf muscles they tug on the heel bone causing plantar flexion (pointing of the toes). When this tendon ruptures it often sounds like a gun firing due to how thick the Achilles (Calcaneal) Tendon is. Recovering from this type of injury often requires surgery and 6-8 weeks of walking in a boot & rest. #experience #anatomy #experienceanatomy #h