Types of Injuries

• Achilles tendon rupture - There is pain in the Achilles tendon (area above heel and behind ankle). There is weakness or inability to extend the foot (e.g., can't stand on tiptoes).
• Contusion - A direct blow or crushing injury results in bruising of the skin, muscle and underlying bone.
• Cuts, abrasions
• Dislocations (bone out of joint)
• Fractures (broken bones)
• Sprains - Stretches and tears of ligaments
• Strains - Stretches and tears of muscles (e.g., pulled muscle)