Development of Achilles Tendon Elongation and Its Effect on Physical Function the First Year After Rupture

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Total Enrollment

67 participants

Study Classification

OBSERVATIONAL

Study Start Date

2018-06-06

Study Completion Date

2020-12-10

Brief Summary

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The objective of this study is to examine how elongation of the Achilles tendon develops during the first year after rupture among patients with an Achilles tendon rupture, and how it affects physical function.

The aim is to define a cutoff of acceptable elongation dividing the patients who obtain normal physical function (Limb Symmetry Index \> 90%) from those who do not.

Patients treated both operatively and non-operatively will be included.

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Detailed Description

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Conditions

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Achilles Tendon Rupture

Study Design

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Observational Model Type

COHORT

Study Time Perspective

PROSPECTIVE

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Appointment in the Outpatients Department within 4 days of injury.
* Total Achilles tendon rupture.
* Initial treatment with split cast with the ankle in maximal plantar flexion must be started within 24 hours of injury.
* The patient must be expected to be able to attend rehabilitation and postexaminations.
* The patient must be able to speak and understand Danish.
* The patient must be able to give informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria

* Rupture of the Achilles tendon either at the insertion on the calcaneus or at musculotendinous junction of the triceps surae.
* Previous rupture of the Achilles tendon in any of the two legs.
* Treated with Fluorquinolons or corticosteroids within the last 6 months.
* In medical treatment of diabetes.
* Suffers from rheumatic disease.
* Other conditions prior to the injury resulting in reduced function of any of the two legs.
* Contra-indication for surgery: severe arthrosclerosis with no palpable pulse in the foot, broken skin in the Achilles region of the injured leg.
* Inability to lie in prone position on the operating table.
* Terminal illness or severe medical illness: ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) score higher than or equal to 3.

Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

65 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No