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Is It Necessary For A Surgery If The Achilles Tendon Is Ruptured?

I am 73 yrs. old and have ruptured my achilles tendon is it likely that I will not need surgery. I am waiting for the doctor s office to call me back for an appointment. I was seen in the ER and a Thomas test was done indicating that I have either a partial or complete tear. I can not get to see a doctor until April 23, should I just keep walking on it or what between now and then. It is very painful.
Thu, 21 Jan 2016
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Hi, In your case no surgery is required.You need a plaster cast in equinus ( with the ankle pointing down ).for about 4 weeks followed by another plaster cast in neutral ankle position.You may be allowed to put partial weight on the leg at this stage.Till you see the doctor use a compression bandage and keep the foot off the ground. Good luck!
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Is It Necessary For A Surgery If The Achilles Tendon Is Ruptured?

Hi, In your case no surgery is required.You need a plaster cast in equinus ( with the ankle pointing down ).for about 4 weeks followed by another plaster cast in neutral ankle position.You may be allowed to put partial weight on the leg at this stage.Till you see the doctor use a compression bandage and keep the foot off the ground. Good luck!