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Tendon Rupture Surgeries Spiked After Pandemic Lockdowns, Study Suggests a “COVID Rebound” Effect.

A new study from a single academic medical center found a sharp increase in tendon rupture surgeries in 2021 compared with the early pandemic period, coinciding with the return to normal physical activity after months of reduced movement.
Tendon Rupture Surgeries Spiked After Pandemic Lockdowns, Study Suggests a “COVID Rebound” Effect.
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Title: The COVID rebound effect: Incidence of tendon rupture surgeries in the peripandemic COVID era in a single tertiary academic institution.

Plain-Language Summary

The study examined the incidence of tendon rupture surgeries during the COVID-19 pandemic and post-pandemic period. The researchers hypothesized that increased sedentary behavior during the pandemic may have led to a higher risk of tendon injuries as individuals returned to physical activity. They analyzed data from a single academic center, comparing rates of tendon ruptures before, during, and after the pandemic.

Key Findings

  • A total of 1,879 patients underwent surgical repair for various tendon injuries, with notable repairs including Achilles, patella, quadriceps, hamstring, distal biceps, triceps, and pectoralis tendons.
  • The study observed a significant increase in tendon rupture repairs in 2021 compared to 2020, indicating a "COVID rebound" effect as individuals resumed regular activity post-pandemic.
  • An analysis of the data showed a sharp rise in tendon injury cases from the second quarter of 2020 to the second quarter of 2021, emphasizing the impact of transitioning from periods of inactivity to increased physical demands on tendon health.

Study Type

This study is a descriptive epidemiology study, analyzing data on tendon ruptures and surgical repairs to assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tendon injuries.

What This Means (and Doesn’t Mean)

The findings suggest a rebound effect in tendon rupture surgeries post-COVID-19 due to increased physical activity following sedentary periods. Healthcare providers should be aware of the potential for heightened tendon injury risk as individuals resume normal activities. However, this study does not establish a direct causal link between COVID-19 and tendon injuries, as multiple factors can contribute to such injuries.

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