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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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Dr. Ronald Oberman answered

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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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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Dr. Ronald Oberman answered

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