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Is it possible to have a partial achilles tendon tear? if so, what would the symptoms be?
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Pain: Pain over the bottom end of the achilles, maybe difficulty pushing your foot down (like stepping on the gas).
Answered 12/14/2014
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Yes: You can have a split or longitudinal tear or a tear that does not completely disrupt the full width of the tendon. Pain, swelling, weakness in plantarflexion and sometimes a palpable dell are findings.
Answered 11/28/2017
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