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Achilles tendon repair --how long to recover?
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8-10 weeks: Usually a complete tear will require about 8 weeks to heal after it is repaired surgically after that it may take another 4-6 months of rehabilitation to regain motion, strength and gradually return to running and sporting activities.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Variable.: Depending on the techniqe used to repair 6-12 months.
Answered 10/16/2018
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