A Systematic Review on Achilles Tendon InjuriesPrevalence

The aim of this study was to present and discuss the knowledge gathered on various Achilles tendon injuries and to highlight the clinical implications for the evaluation and treatment of Achilles tendon injuries. Achilles injury is common in both athletes and non-athletes. Study design: Systematic review.

A search of 6 databases was performed using keywords related to Achilles tendon injury factors and a review of all usable manuscripts was performed.

One hundred and fifteen articles met the inclusion criteria. Among all the independent variables that were analyzed, age, obesity, athletes and normal people, professional or amateur sports, men and women, and Achilles tendon treatment methods were examined.

Comparison of the incidence of Achilles tendon injuries in sports and non-sports shows that the increased risk of Achilles tendon injuries in male athletes is higher than women, which has the opposite effect with age, and it can be concluded that Achilles injuries in both Men and women are generally almost equal.