21/05/2026Written by Top DoctorsAchilles tendon ruptureAchilles tendon ruptures typically happens during sudden, explosive movements, such as sprinting or jumping, and is often accompanied by an audible pop or a sensation of being kicked in the back of th...
21/04/2026Mr Tarek El GamalOrthopaedic SurgeryDealing with chronic Achilles painChronic Achilles pain can be disruptive to daily life to the point of debilitation. In this article, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon discusses the possible causes of chronic Achilles pain and how the...More articles from this doctor
19/03/2026Mr Shelain PatelOrthopaedic SurgeryAchilles tendon repair step-by-step: Diagnosis, surgery and recoveryLeading consultant foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeon Mr Shelain Patel, who consults at RNOH Stanmore, takes a look at Achilles tendon rupture repair surgery in expert detail.More articles from this doctor
27/03/2025Mr Henry AtkinsonOrthopaedic SurgeryAchilles tendonitis: Understanding and managing the conditionOn hand to provide us with an all-you-need-to-know guide with regards to the management of Achilles tendonitis is distinguished consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Henry Atkinson.More articles from this doctor
26/09/2024Mr Nicholas MasucciPodiatryFrom heels to health: How your footwear choices impact your feetFootwear choices can significantly impact various aspects of health, from posture to the risk of developing chronic conditions. Choosing the right footwear is thus essential for maintaining not only f...
24/09/2024Mr Turab SyedOrthopaedic SurgeryAchilles tendon surgery: What you need to knowHere, leading consultant orthopaedic surgeon, Mr Turab Syed, tells all us all we need to know regarding Achilles tendon surgery.More articles from this doctor
23/08/2024Mr Hisham ShalabyOrthopaedic SurgeryFrom incident to recovery: A holistic approach to Achilles tendon injuriesAchilles tendon injuries are common, but there are various aspects which make each one different. This encompasses the cause, type of injury and considering the patient’s overall health, as well as th...More articles from this doctor
31/05/2024Mr Hisham ShalabyOrthopaedic SurgeryAchilles tendon injuries: Causes, symptoms, and recoveryIn his latest online article, Mr Hisham Shalaby gives us his insights into Achilles tendon. He talks about what causes an Achilles tendon injury, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, available treatment...More articles from this doctor
23/05/2024Mr Gavin HeyesOrthopaedic SurgeryDifferent types of ankle sports injuries and their treatmentMr Gavin Heyes, a leading trauma and orthopaedic surgeon who specialises in foot and ankle surgery, discusses the various ankle sports injuries you can have - and how they’re treated - in this informa...More articles from this doctor
02/05/2024Mr Efstathios DrampalosOrthopaedic SurgeryUnderstanding achilles tendon rupturesThe Achilles tendon, named after the Greek mythological hero Achilles, is a vital component of the human body's locomotor system. Situated at the back of the calf, this robust band of tissue connects ...More articles from this doctor