Abstract

The Achilles tendon rupture is a complete or partial tear that occurs due to stretching of the tendon beyond its capacity. It is the most frequently ruptured tendon in the human body [1]. It was first described by Ambroise Pare in 1575 and was first documented in medical literature in 1633 [1]. It accounts for nearly 40% of all operative tendon repairs [2]. Spontaneous non traumatic rupture of the Achilles tendon is uncommon but can occur with long-term use of systemic corticosteroids, fluoroquinolones, or both [3]. Achilles tendon rupture or tears can be acute or chronic. These tears span from microtears to interstitial tears, to partial and then complete tears [4]. The Achilles tendon tears are frequently seen secondary to sports-related injury. However, spontaneous non-traumatic rupture of the Achilles tendon can occur in elderly patients [5].