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Torn Achilles, holiday in 4 weeks...!

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thomas93911
thomas93911

Hi everyone,

My first post here so all help would be hugely appreciated.

I tore my Achilles’ tendon on Monday, and after having had ultrasound, I’ve been recommend to go down the non-surgical route given the tear is proximal and 7.5cms away from the ankle.

I’m a very active 29 year old and hoping for a speedy recovery as I have my best friends wedding next week, my sister's wedding in two weeks, followed by a holiday to Sicily two weeks later. Talk about opportune timing!

Wondering if anyone would be able to share some information on what the recovery process is like, whether I’ll be able to walk my mum down the isle at my sisters wedding and whether I’ll be able go swimming at some point during my holiday in Sicily... Any useful tips to speed up recovery would also be very helpful.

Thanks in advance!

Tom 😃

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  • sandy29182
    sandy29182 thomas93911

    Posted

    Be guided by your Dr.'s advice most of us are several months in recovery. It is one of the worst injuries you can sustain for a quick recovery. I was non-weight bearing for 3 weeks, in a boot. Then partial weight bearing for next 4-5 weeks. I was in the boot for a total of 8 weeks,with heel wedges. From week 4 on I had one section of the heel wedge removed until week 8 I had no heel wedges. Then the rehab really began. Did some strengthening and massaging exercises before boot removed but real work began when boot was finally removed.

    The whole healing process is different for everyone, but can pretty well guarantee you won't be back to normal in just one week. Stick with this site for good support and great advice from others. Good luck.

    • thomas93911
      thomas93911 sandy29182

      Posted

      Many thanks for the response Sandy, it's much appreciated.

      I'll be sure to take your advice. Comforting to hear we're in it together.

  • amy1057
    amy1057 thomas93911

    Posted

    Hello! Thomas,

    Wish I could help, but I had to go the surgical route twice. My 1st tear included a bone spur at the junction of the heel and Achilles. 2nd- 4 months after the 1st , a complete tear of the same Achilles and heel fracture. So my healing time was extensive; between having a cast for 3 months, to a walking boot for 3 months, NWB for 5 of those 6 months, PT for 4 months; and I am still not 100%; but don't let what happen to me discourage you.

    Hopefully, someone out there had an injury in close proximity to yours and can give you some insight. But in all honesty, no one is the same, we all heal differently depending on the severity of the injury, age, and how physically active you were before. Your best bet is to do exactly as your Doctor tells you to. Do not Rush the healing process. And Achilles tear takes a very long time to heal properly.

    Good Luck and Congrats to you Sister's marriage.

    • thomas93911
      thomas93911 amy1057

      Posted

      Aw Amy I'm so sorry to hear that, sounds like you've really been through the wars. Many thanks for your response and wishing you a speedy recovery also, which is hopefully coming to an end soon!

      Fingers crossed for us both. 😃

  • salli91609
    salli91609 thomas93911

    Posted

    HI Thomas.

    This is also my first post. I had an operation 8 weeks ago after rupturing my achilles tendon.

    I had the plaster cast removed 2 weeks ago and it is still difficult to walk. I had a holiday planned, like yourself, but there is no way I can go. I am extremely disappointed but dont want the risk of re-rupture.

    A friend of mine took the non-surgical route, as you have decided.

    One year later he is only now at the physio stage.

    Until my accident, I had no idea the affect a torn achilles tendon can have.

    I would think very hard about going away so soon after your injury.

    Please keep in touch and let me know what you decide.

    I add that I have found the experience extremely frustration...

    and, at times, depressing x

  • salli91609
    salli91609 thomas93911

    Posted

    HI Thomas.

    This is also my first post. I had an operation 8 weeks ago after rupturing my achilles tendon.

    I had the plaster cast removed 2 weeks ago and it is still difficult to walk. I had a holiday planned, like yourself, but there is no way I can go. I am extremely disappointed but dont want the risk of re-rupture.

    A friend of mine took the non-surgical route, as you have decided.

    One year later he is only now at the physio stage.

    Until my accident, I had no idea the affect a torn achilles tendon can have.

    I would think very hard about going away so soon after your injury.

    Please keep in touch and let me know what you decide.

    I add that I have found the experience extremely frustration...

    and, at times, depressing x

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