Levaquin Linked to Achilles Tendon Rupture

The Achilles tendon is located at the foot just above the head. The Achilles tendon attaches the calf muscle to the heel of the foot. The Achilles tendon is a one of the most important tendons in the body, as it is serves a vital role in walking, running, and jumping. A torn or ruptured Achilles tendon is said to be one of the most painful and severely debilitating tendon injuries that an individual can suffer.

Causes of an Achilles Tendon Rupture

As people grow older their tendons become less elastic due to a decrease in the blood supplied to the tendon. The elasticity a tendon has the greater the chance is of a tendon rupturing. Older people are generally at a higher risk of an Achilles tendon rupture than younger more athletic individuals.

People who are not well conditioned who attempt strenuous physical activity are often at a greater risk of suffering a tendon rupture.

Landing on your feet from a jump or fall can also cause an Achilles tendon rupture. The sudden force to the sole of the foot upward can cause the Achilles tendon to snap.

The use of certain types of antibiotic medications, like Levaquin have been linked to increased chance of Achilles tendon rupture.

Levaquin Achilles Tendon Rupture Lawsuits

If you or a loved one has suffered an Achilles tendon rupture that you believe may have been caused by Levaquin our Levaquin attorneys can help. Reich and Binstock LLP has been appointed to the to the Plaintiffs’ Steering Committee for all federal Levaquin tendon rupture lawsuits. Please contact us today for a free consultation with a Levaquin lawsuit attorney.