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Failure of PRP Tendon Injections: Achilles Tendonitis in a Rock Climber
A physician discusses how Achilles tendinitis is common in climbers and when chronic, may be caused by pinched nerves in the back.
Surgical Repair of Achilles Tendon: No Better than No Surgery
A physician discusses new research showing that surgery to repair a torn Achilles tendon is no better than no surgery.
Peroneus Brevis Ankle Ligament Reconstruction: Unfortunate Consequences
A doctor discusses the side effects and complications of lateral ankle ligament reconstruction using the peroneal tendons.
Stem Cell Treatment of Ankle Pain in an Ankle Fusion Candidate
A doctor discusses how one patient avoided more invasive ankle surgeries such as an ankle fusion or ankle joint replacement by having her own stem cells injected.
Grade 3 Ankle Ligament Sprain: Surgery vs. Bracing
A doctor discusses whether the medical research supports whether grade III ankle ligament sprains should be surgically repaired (ankle surgery) or treated without surgery.
Does Ankle Ligament Surgery Fix the Ankle?
A doctor discusses why surgery to repair an injured or damaged ankle ligament may not leave the foot and ankle with normal ankle motions.
Injecting Bone Marrow Stem Cells Help Repair Achilles Tendon Rupture
A doctor discusses that the injection of the patient's own stem cells into a tendon rupture or tear ( like an Achilles tendon rupture ), may help patients avoid the need for ankle surgery.
