Jul 30, 2023 · Achilles tendon rupture recovery. Depending on the type of work, some people need several weeks off work after an Achilles tendon tear (rupture); the time taken to return to sport is between 4 and 12 months. Generally, the outlook is good. However, the tendon does take time to heal, usually about six to eight weeks.

Oct 26, 2017 · Hi. I just wish to share my experience with all. I am 47 year old male.I did a total rupture on my Achilles tendon. Surgery took place the following day. I was put in a cast with four heel raisers and given a set of crutches. Was released from hospital the following day after surgery. I was prescribed blood thinning tablets and pain killers.

Oct 6, 2016 · This is very informative. I am about to have surgery. Achilles is still attached but a bone spur has formed at the attachment and is now broken. Bone is embedded in tendon continuing to damage the tendon. Options are wearing a brace or boot indefinitely. Eventually it will wear through the tendon.

Jun 11, 2017 · i am a 59 year male 4 weeks post surgery for insertional Achilles tendanities. Part of the tendon was cleaned and repaired whilst the bone spurs were removed. I made good recovery at home. The doctor wanted me to wear a boot hence no cast was used. I was non weight bearing for 3 weeks and thereafter 10% weight bearing.

Jul 15, 2019 · I used to limp a lot. In basic terms the point where the achilles tendon inserted to the heel bone was significantly calcified and the tendon was damaged but not ruptured. The surgeon had to cut away the excess bone and repair the damaged area of the tendon. Post surgery for 3 weeks no weight bearing.

Oct 1, 2016 · Sorry about the injury and subsequent surgery. One thing for sure; it is a slow, sometimes frustrating recovery process. I am not a doc; a doc would be best to answer your question. My surgeon told me primary purpose of boot and downward toe position was to protect Achilles repair early on.

Jul 9, 2016 · Hi, Its so good to understand the agressive recovery mindset. My timelines – operation and very conservative recovery. At the moment I am concerned about the my prolonged recovry. I see progress but tendon is very stiff and refuses to go into neutral. I will continue with physio and home exercise. Apr 11 – Complete Achilles rupture – cast ...

Jun 22, 2019 · My 1st surgery, I had no pain, cramping, or spasms. Bone spur removal and small tear in my Achilles repaired. 4 1/2 months later, I had. 2nd surgery, I have had pain, cramping, spasms, burning, tingling, swelling. But my 2nd surgery was much more involved: Complete Tendon lengthening, reconstruction, grafting and calcaneous (heel) fracture repair.

Thanks Jane. I decided on surgery because i) it was a complete rupture, ii) recovery time appeared to be quicker, iii) there was a lower risk of re-rupture. This was based on what the nurse-practitioner told me and what I googled while waiting. I'm still of the same opinion now, except that surgery will probably cost me time.

Aug 5, 2016 · I ruptured my right achilles tendon on May 9, had surgery May 26. I had the "minimum invasive" surgery technique with arguable one of the best surgeons in the nation. He is "agressive" in his recovery. I am now 11 weeks since surgery. I am NOT driving.