i am not going to go into the history of each of those topics but take into consideration the columbian exchange as the very beginning of the other two events it is when america was first beginning to become the new world and as time went on and the native americans were made scarce by disease and murder europeans eventually americans
In a patient with a ruptured Achilles tendon, the foot will not move. That is called a positive Thompson test. The Thompson test is important because some people who tear their Achilles are still able to point their toes downwards, although the Thompson test would still be positive.
Physical exam. 1  When Achilles tendon injury is suspected, the entire lower lag is examined for swelling, bruising, and tenderness. 2  If there is a full rupture, a gap in the tendon may be noted. 3  Patients will not be able to stand on the toes if there is a complete Achilles tendon rupture.