A 33-year-old member asked:
What is achilles tendon rupture like?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeffrey Kassanswered
Podiatry 30 years experience
Not fun: Achilles is a major tendon in the leg which plays important role in foot function. Ruptures are sometimes treated via cast immobilization and other times primary repair via surgery. Rehab can be couple of months.
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Dr. James Lunsfordanswered
Podiatry 45 years experience
Awful: A full blown true rupture leaving a depression in the tendon called a dell may require surgery. An MRI will help make that decision. A partial rupture or tear may not. The latter will need immobilization, non weight bearing, rest, elevation, ice, and meds...
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A 38-year-old member asked:
What causes an Achilles tendon rupture?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Brandon Macyanswered
Podiatry 43 years experience
Most commonly it: Is from a foreceful motion with a sudden change in direction which applies a torque to the tendon. Examples are a sudden change in direction when playing a sport such as tennis or basketball.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
What are the symptoms of an Achilles tendon rupture?
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Dr. Ronald Obermananswered
Podiatry 33 years experience
Severe: Pain, sweling, unable to point toes downward. Often hear or feel a loud pop. Extreme difficulty or inability to walk.
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A 47-year-old member asked:
How do I know if I have an Achilles tendon rupture?
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Dr. Eric Blumananswered
Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery 25 years experience
A few things...: Most people with ruptures experience pain, swelling and inability to flex the ankle in the direction of the sole of their foot. Some will see what appears to be a bruise at the site of the rupture. If you think you ruptured your achilles tendon i recommend you see an orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon. One in your area can be found at: www.Aofas.Org.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
What is the best shoe after Achilles tendon rupture?
4 doctor answers • 11 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeffrey Kassanswered
Podiatry 30 years experience
A properly fitting : And supportive one.
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A 32-year-old male asked:
Is it possible to do sport after Achilles tendon rupture ?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Luis Bendezuanswered
Internal Medicine 31 years experience
Yes but....: Achilles tendon ruptures take time to recover from. How much and what you can do depends on the result after surgery (if you have it) &/or how you've healed over time. Pt is absolutely necessary. Check with your ortho md for guidance and timing of activities. Slow and steady wins this race.
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