1. Fibre rupture
1.1. Definition
1.1.1. tearing of
1.1.1.1. muscle fibres
1.1.1.2. tendons
1.2. Causes
1.2.1. overuse
1.2.2. forceful impact
1.2.3. weakness
1.2.4. previous conditions
1.3. Symptoms
1.3.1. sudden pain
1.3.2. swelling
1.3.3. bruising
1.3.4. difficulty to use the affected area
1.3.5. visible deformity
2. Gastrocnemius muscle rupture
2.1. Bones, muscles and tendonds involved
2.1.1. gastrocnemius
2.1.2. tibia and fibular
2.1.3. achilles tendon
2.2. Type of joint
2.2.1. ankle joint
2.3. Mechanism of occurence
2.3.1. sudden explosive movements
2.3.1.1. sprinting
2.3.1.2. jumping
2.3.1.3. sudden changes
2.3.2. often occurs
2.3.2.1. the muscle
2.3.2.1.1. is contracted forcefully
2.4. Treatment
2.4.1. Immediate (RICE protocol)
2.4.1.1. Rest
2.4.1.2. Ice
2.4.1.3. Compression
2.4.1.4. Elevation
2.4.2. Medical
2.4.2.1. Diagnosis
2.4.2.1.1. physical examination
2.4.2.1.2. tests
2.4.2.2. Non-surgical treatment
2.4.2.2.1. immobilization
2.4.2.3. Surgical treatment
2.4.2.3.1. required in cases of complete rupture
2.5. Rehabilitation
2.5.1. physical therapy
2.5.1.1. step
2.5.1.1.1. range of motion exercises
2.5.1.1.2. isometric strengthening
2.5.1.2. step
2.5.1.2.1. weight-bearing activities
2.5.1.2.2. low-impact exercises
2.5.1.3. step
2.5.1.3.1. progressive resistance exercises
2.5.1.4. step
2.5.1.4.1. functional training
2.5.2. duration
2.5.2.1. from 6 weeks
2.5.2.1.1. to several months