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How much time does the average case of achilles tendonitis take to heal?
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Short term: Usually with rest; and some anti-inflammatory medication; conservatively, i would say 5-10 days depending upon the severity of the boo boo.
Answered 12/26/2011
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4-6 weeks: Healing will depend on the treatment you get.
Answered 9/25/2012
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Very variable: Depends on the extent of the injury, weight of patient, activity level of patient, foot type of patient etc.
Answered 10/14/2012
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Depends: Healing time also depends on the treatment done.
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