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A 47-year-old male asked:

I think i have ruptured my achilles tendon, could you advise on best procedure and where i should go to get it checked. ?

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Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered

Internal Medicine 63 years experience

Rupture: For best care, discussion of treatment options, therapy and follow-up, see an orthopedic surgeon.

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