What is an Achilles tendon tear?
What causes Achilles tendon tears?
What are the symptoms of an Achilles tendon tear?
How do doctors diagnose an Achilles tendon tear?
Doctors can usually diagnose an Achilles tendon tear by examining you. Sometimes they do an MRI Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) MRI is a test that uses a machine with a powerful magnet to make pictures of the inside of your body. A computer records changes in the magnetic field around your body. The computer then uses... read more 
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How do doctors treat an Achilles tendon tear?
For a partial tear (and some complete tears), you'll wear an ankle splint or a removable boot for 4 weeks.
If your tendon is torn completely or doesn't heal with a splint or boot, you may need surgery.
After the tear heals, you'll need to do rehab exercises Overview of Rehabilitation Rehabilitation services are needed by people who have lost the ability to function normally, often because of an injury, a stroke, an infection, a tumor, surgery, or a progressive disorder ... read more . The exercises help strengthen your leg muscles and make your ankle less stiff.
