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Can The Ruptured Achilles Tendon Be Repaired?

Hello, I have completely ruptured [snapped] my achilles tendon on the right leg. I did it while just walking leisurely on flat ground. I am a 63 year old male who has good calf muscle development. [1] Can it be repaired? [2] What should I do and not do while waiting to visit an orthopaedic surgeon? d
Wed, 11 Jun 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.
I will advise to
Rest the part and avoid any movements that produce pain.
Apply ice or a cold pack to the painful area for 15 to 20 minutes, 4 times a day for several days. Wrap the ice or cold pack in a towel.
Till time you can take anti-inflammatory and antibiotic if infection is suspected.

You may need x ray or MRI of ankle and foot which can be advised after clinical examination consult your doctor and do required investigation.
Till time take medication like analgesic and apply crepe bandage over foot or use supportive splint.

Some nutrients which are important for recovery after injury include vitamin C, folic acid, calcium, vitamin D, VIT B12.so supplements of these nutrients will lead to early recovery.
Achallis tendon can be repaired surgically and has good results if you have less co-morbidities.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care
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Can The Ruptured Achilles Tendon Be Repaired?

Hello, I have studied your case. I will advise to Rest the part and avoid any movements that produce pain. Apply ice or a cold pack to the painful area for 15 to 20 minutes, 4 times a day for several days. Wrap the ice or cold pack in a towel. Till time you can take anti-inflammatory and antibiotic if infection is suspected. You may need x ray or MRI of ankle and foot which can be advised after clinical examination consult your doctor and do required investigation. Till time take medication like analgesic and apply crepe bandage over foot or use supportive splint. Some nutrients which are important for recovery after injury include vitamin C, folic acid, calcium, vitamin D, VIT B12.so supplements of these nutrients will lead to early recovery. Achallis tendon can be repaired surgically and has good results if you have less co-morbidities. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care