How To Avoid Achilles Rupture

Stephanie McGregor from Oregon State tore her Achilles. 😦

Could that have been avoided? This would have been her last year competing.

… it’s not easy.

What are the signs my gymnast is getting a tendon injury or progressing toward rupture?

Brandi Smith-Young:

… In the early stages your athlete will report pain at the beginning of activities. Prime example would be reports of pain in the tendon or insertion during warm-ups which subside after getting “warmed-up”. No pain during actual practice. Reports of pain and the need to ice the tendon after practice. May or may not have any swelling present.

Read the entire article by Brandi on Gym Momentum – HOW TO AVOID TENDON RUPTURE