02/23/2026
Felt a sudden pop in your calf and now pushing off your foot feels strange? 👀🦵
One quick screen we use for a possible Achilles rupture is the Thompson Test. When the tendon is intact, a gentle squeeze of the calf should cause the foot to point downward. If there is little or no movement, that is when we become more concerned about a rupture.
It is simple, quick, and gives us helpful information right away.
If you are dealing with sharp calf pain, swelling, or difficulty pushing off when you walk, do not brush it off. Get assessed and find out exactly what is going on. 💡