Question 1

what can i do about a torn tendon in my foot?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: How do you know you tore it? If you did didn't the doctor offer a treatment. 
Usually, a torn tendon is either primarily fixed by suturing it together or wrapping in a special graft like material. (there are other repair methods.) some tendons a doctor may not repair i.E tibialis anterior. It all depends on your age, activity level, length of time that has passed. But you should see a podiatrist.

Question 2

what can i do for  a torn tendon in my left foot?

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If its torn: I would see a foot doc for further evil and treatment. If function is lost, repair of the tendon may be a consideration. If a longitudinal treat is present immobilization is recommended. 
Depending on your level of activity, a decision between conservative and surgical management will need to be made.

Question 3

what is the best way to recover from a torn tendon in the foot?

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Depends: Depends on the tendon torn, the degree of tear, the ability to repair with non-surgical means versus surgical means, ability to rest, splint, not use the area, time on crutches, boot splint, or other and the type of physical therapy your get.  See a reputable orthopedist or sports medicine physician and get an evaluation.  You may need to see a foot and ankle trained ortho to see you.

Question 4

what can i do to relieve pain from a slightly torn tendon in my foot that only flairs up once in a while?

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Torn tendon: First, get under the care of an orthopedic surgeon, if you haven't done so, for advice and follow-up. You want to avoid further damage and chronic problems. Find out about limitations on your activities. Do you need a brace? Tylenol and/or ibuprofen or naproxen can relieve pain and inflammation. Eventual physical therapy must be sanctioned and prescribed by the orthopedic surgeon.

Question 5

i have hurt the back my foot, dr assessed and adv torn tendon, it's now been 4 weeks  i'm still in gr8 pain, besides the back of foot also pain from my heel under my foot and straight to my second toe, i cannot flex my toes or foot up and down?

Accepted Answer

See orthoped foot MD: Your symptoms sound like you need a tendon repair, if you cannot control your foot effectively.  You should see a foot specialist.

Question 6

any recommendations for a good foot and calf doctor in the san diego area? feet/achille's tendon rupture and torn calf muscle. conserve treat no work.

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Http://www.aofas.org: The american orthopedic foot and ankle society  can be reached using the above website. You can search by region for a specialist.

Question 7

how painful is having repair for a torn tendon in your ankle?

Accepted Answer

See below: Depending on the procedure performed it is probably less painful then walking on the injury.

Question 8

hi had surgery for torn tendon in march this year have gone over on my ankle cant weight bear could i have retorn it?

Accepted Answer

Torn tendon: You may have injured it again and you need to see your orthopedic foot surgeon

Question 9

if i had a high ankle sprain and a torn tendon and it still hurts what do i do?

Accepted Answer

May not be healed: It sounds like it may not be healed . You should have your physician check it out and see if you need more treatment.

Question 10

if i had a high ankle sprain and a torn tendon 4 months ago and it still hurts, what should i do to alleviate the pain?

Accepted Answer

Get it diagnose: To know what is the problem then we could advise you. May be you need  MRI on the ankle to see if there is something  broken in the joint or if the ligament healed or not.

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I have hurt the back my foot, dr assessed and adv torn tendon, it's now been 4 weeks i'm still in gr8 pain, besides the back of foot also pain from my heel under my foot and straight to my second toe, i cannot flex my toes or foot up and down?

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Any recommendations for a good foot and calf doctor in the san diego area? feet/achille's tendon rupture and torn calf muscle. conserve treat no work.

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How painful is having repair for a torn tendon in your ankle?

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Hi had surgery for torn tendon in march this year have gone over on my ankle cant weight bear could i have retorn it?

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If i had a high ankle sprain and a torn tendon and it still hurts what do i do?

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If i had a high ankle sprain and a torn tendon 4 months ago and it still hurts, what should i do to alleviate the pain?

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