A member asked:

I have split tears to both the peroneal tendons. tried boot for 6 weeks now cast and non weight bearing 4 weeks - still hurts. whats next?

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Dr. John Scuba answered

Specializes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Peroneal tears: Unfortunately, not all tendons respond to "conservative" management--boots, no weight bearing, etc. And even more important, not all tendons follow our preferred treatment time and involvement. Only a careful evaluation by an orthopedic foot surgeon can determine what is the next "best" step, including surgery.

Answered 12/19/2016

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Re evaluation: The fact that it still hurts does not necessarily mean it is not healing, but it is concerning. T Reevaluation is appropriate, surgery may be needed.

Answered 11/28/2017

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