Achilles Tendon Tears: Are they inevitable?

Tendon injuries happen – just ask Andre Brown of the New York Giants or Misty May-Treanor of Dancing with the Stars.  That doesn’t mean that they are inevitable. 

Two-time Olympic beach volleyball gold medalist Misty May-Treanor had surgery to repair a torn Achilles' tendon a day after she dropped out of the "Dancing with the Stars" competition. Source: AP Photo

Although Achilles Tendons may just “snap” for no apparent reason, studies have shown that the risk of people taking Levaquin suffering this “sudden” injury is increased many times over than those not taking Levaquin.  Levaquin is an important drug, but it is VERY strong and the benefits do not always outweigh the risks. Speak to your doctor about alternative drugs before committing to the Levaquin course of action.

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