Beckham Injured

David Beckham tore his left Achilles tendon this week. He had it surgically repaired and will be unable to return to soccer for at least 6 months. This is a terrible injury for a professional athlete and can lead to significant impairment of future performance.

At Issaquah Foot & Ankle Specialist we often see Achilles tendon injuries from our weekend athletes. Typically the injury occurs during a basketball game or soccer. Our patients often describe what feels like somebody kicking them in the back of the leg and weakness of the affected limb.

Do not let Achilles tendinitis lead to a rupture. Chronic disease of tendons predispose one to rupture. Proper treatment is essential. For all of us recreational athletes please remember to stretch daily especially the Achilles.

March Madness

The big tournament is here, GO HUSKIES! Ankle sprains are common injuries among collegiate athletes. They are also one of the most under treated injuries in sports medicine. Ankle sprains can lead to chronic ankle instability and pain. Proper treatment and identification of predisposing factors is essential. Whether you are a weekend warrior or collegiate athlete Issaquah Foot & Ankle Specialists can help. If you live in Bellevue, Issaquah, Sammamish or Seattle give us a call 425-391-8666.