Abstract

The frequency of calcaneal tendon ruptures is on the rise. Typically, they are situated in the mid-tendon region. Calcaneal avulsion is an exceptional variety. A 50-year-old male, who was diabetic and on insulin, sought medical attention for an acute distal rupture of the left calcaneal tendon. The patient was under observation for 12 months due to tendinopathy. A bony avulsion of the calcaneal insertion of the tendon was observed during surgery, accompanied by an inflammatory aspect. Two anchors enabled the distal reinsertion of the calcaneal tendon, which was subsequently immobilised for eight weeks and subsequently subjected to a rehabilitation protocol. The Achilles tendon’s function was partially restored, and the ankle’s mobility was flawless. The results were deemed adequate.

Keywords

calcaneus tendon, tendon rupture, avulsion, anchors