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A member asked:

How long can i expect to be in a cast with torn achilles?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

6 weeks: A minimum of 6 weeks.

Dr Brown agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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Ask your doctor: There is no "right answer" as different orthopaedic surgeons have varying protocols that can all be acceptable. Usually immobilization with surgical or non surgical treatment in a cast or boot lasts close to 3 months to allow for adequate protection of the tendon healing.

Dr Villaplana and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/28/2014

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