Achilles tendon repair
Learn about Achilles tendon repair, including indications, steps, recovery, and risks.
Overview
Achilles tendon repair reattaches torn tendon ends after rupture.
Indications
Complete rupture in active patients or those seeking faster recovery.
Procedure overview
Open or minimally invasive repair with sutures to reconnect the tendon.
Recovery
Immobilization followed by progressive rehabilitation; return to sport often takes 6–12 months.
Risks and complications
Wound issues, infection, re‑rupture.
Alternatives
Non‑operative functional rehab in selected patients.
Achilles tendon repair reattaches torn tendon ends after rupture.
Indications
Complete rupture in active patients or those seeking faster recovery.
Procedure overview
Open or minimally invasive repair with sutures to reconnect the tendon.
Recovery
Immobilization followed by progressive rehabilitation; return to sport often takes 6–12 months.
Risks and complications
Wound issues, infection, re‑rupture.
Alternatives
Non‑operative functional rehab in selected patients.