The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in human body. Achilles tendon rupture often occurs in people doing recreational sport activities. Achilles tendon rupture generally occurs in one leg. Symptoms include obvious Achilles tendon swelling, pain, plantar flexion weakness, being unable to stand on toes, and limp. If you seek treatment within 48 hours of rupture, conservative treatment such as cast fixation is used. If rupture occurred more than one week ago, surgery can obtain the most satisfactory results.
How is Achilles tendon rupture treated in practice?