Tendon rupture

Tendon rupture is a condition in which a tendon separates in whole or in part from tissue to which it is attached, or is itself torn or otherwise divided in whole or in part. ^[1]

6 relations: Achilles tendon rupture, Anterior cruciate ligament injury, Biceps femoris tendon rupture, Patellar tendon rupture, Quadriceps tendon rupture, Tendon.

Achilles tendon rupture

Achilles tendon rupture is when the Achilles tendon, at the back of the ankle, breaks.

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Anterior cruciate ligament injury

Anterior cruciate ligament injury is when the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is either stretched, partially torn, or completely torn.

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Biceps femoris tendon rupture

Biceps femoris tendon rupture can occur when the biceps femoris is injured in sports that require explosive bending of the knee as seen in sprinting.

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Patellar tendon rupture

Patellar tendon rupture is a break of the tendon that connects the patella to the tibia.

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Quadriceps tendon rupture

A quadriceps tendon rupture is a tear of the tendon of the major leg extensors (quadriceps), usually close to its insertion at the superior pole of the patella.

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Tendon

A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension.

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References

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tendon_rupture

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