FAQs

Recovery from Achilles tendon repair could take anywhere from six to 12 months. Many factors influence your recovery, including: The extent of the repair. What your fitness level is. Your age. Your general health. How well you follow your rehabilitation program. First, you need to have a splint on your ankle and use crutches to [...]

In some cases, your provider at Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopedics might be able to repair the Achilles tendon by sewing the torn ends together again.  However, if there's extensive damage to your Achilles tendon, your provider might need to use a graft to repair it. The tissue for the graft usually comes from a tendon in [...]

After an Achilles tendon injury, you should get a diagnosis from a well-trained specialist at a place like Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopedics. That way, you can be sure that you receive a treatment plan personalized for your case. While you can take care of some symptoms of your Achilles tendon injury at home, you can't [...]

Most people experience a sudden popping sound and difficulty moving their leg when their Achilles tendon has completely ruptured. However, your signs and symptoms may vary. In some cases, patients who require Achilles tendon surgery barely experience any discomfort. Instead, they may just feel that something seems to be wrong. It's always best to see [...]

It's a common misconception that only athletes can tear their Achilles tendons. While being active can increase your chances of injury, you don't need to be a recreational, professional or elite athlete to need the services of an Achilles tendon surgeon.

The signs and symptoms of an achilles tendon injury will depend on the severity of the injury. Here are some common signs and symptoms to look out for: You have severe foot pain and swelling, specifically in the heel There is a "pop" when you are injured You feel like you've been kicked in the calf You [...]

You might need an Achilles tendon repair if you suffer a severe injury, and non-surgical treatments do not heal the damage. Your Achilles tendon is a thick, tough piece of connective tissue at the back of your leg. It connects your heel to your calf muscle so you can walk, run, and jump. This tendon [...]