3D Achilles Tendon Repair Animation Video

The Achilles tendon, also called the heel cord, is the longest and strongest tendon in the body. Despite its strength, the tendon is not very flexible, making it the most frequently ruptured tendon in the body.

Your Practice Online's 3D video presented here educates patients on normal foot and ankle anatomy before explaining what happens when the Achilles tendon ruptures. Patients are educated in an online interactive video using text, images, voice, and animation. Symptoms, risk factors, and immediate treatment are explained. The patient is then educated on conservative treatment options and then visually taken through the steps of the Achilles Tendon repair surgery. Post operative precautions and risks and complications are discussed making this is an excellent educational tool for patients.

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