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Self treating achilles rupture (waiting for insurance start) how high to lift heel in surg boot to start non surgical treatment until can see doc?
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You need to be in: a rigid walking boot with your ankle at 90 degrees to your leg. Do not wait too long as tendons can retract and be inoperable.
Answered 4/17/2019
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