Clinical Report: Revised Overlapping Suture Method for Achilles Tendon Injuries
Overview
This report discusses the clinical efficacy of a modified overlapping suture technique for treating horse-tail-like Achilles tendon tears, based on a retrospective analysis of 57 patients.
Background
Achilles tendon ruptures are common injuries that can lead to significant functional impairment. Horse-tail-like tears present unique challenges due to the retraction of tendon ends and potential complications from surgical repair.
Data Highlights
Measure
Preoperative
Postoperative
p-value
AOFAS Score
64.92 ± 9.08
92.56 ± 6.71
<0.01
Muscle Strength (Affected Side)
3.2 ± 0.7
4.62 ± 1.7
<0.01
Maximum Plantar Flexion Angle
-
37.1 ± 3.1°
0.072
Dorsiflexion Angle
-
18.3 ± 2.2°
0.773
Key Findings
The excellent and good rate of the Arner-Lindholm score after surgery was 98.2%.
