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A member asked:
Does an achilles rupture always have swelling? does it always occur near the ankle? can a rupture occurs closer to gastrocnemius?
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Possible: Anything is possible. Swelling would be present in most cases. You can have a tear or rupture anywhere along tendon, although occurs most often a few inches above the attachment to the heel.
Answered 5/27/2014
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