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I completely tore my achilles tendon and they want to do surgery. what can i expect after surgery? will i be in a long leg cast or short or brace, etc
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Ruptured: Achilles tendon is a serious injury, requiring major operation and protracted rehab. You should address these questions to your ortho surgeon, and undergo operation asap.
Answered 1/5/2019
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