Back of Ankle Achillies Tendon???

[djm123]

I had a MRI, it came up PARTIAL tear of Achillies tendon..I am quite confused, I have absolutely NO pain yet it seems like my ankle foot flaps a bit., I do know its not straight..


Could this be true? I would think there would be pain with this? There is a small tad of inflamation...

The foot is just not straight or stable...Are there any real good devices to stabalize? I am 54 this

What can I do about this? OR is it something other than the tendon?

[Darren_H]

If you had an MRI to confirm the tear then it's probably a pretty safe bet that your problem is the partial tear. A partial tear is a pretty broad category. Anywhere from a few fibers and fraying to almost complete rupture. I'm guessing your closer to the former category if there is minimal swelling. Your actions will really depend on how long ago the injury was and what kind of activities you are looking to get back to. After the initially injury there is always a period of swelling and inflammation. The next stage involves laying down scar tissue to repair the tear. The final stage involves maturation of the scar where the fibers will align with the directions of stress. During the initial inflammation stage you should PRICE (protect it, rest it, ice, compression, and elevation). The next stage you can can start going through some range of motion exercises and begin gentle strengthening. The next stage is to progress through more intense strengthening and stretching to achieve full range of motion and near full strength to return to activity or sport. The type of sport or activity will also play a major role. After repair of a complete rupture, patients are not allowed to return to running, jumping, or ballistic sports for approximately 6 months (depending on the surgeon). Your timeline will be a bit shorter with the partial tear but you should put in the time to properly rehab or you are risking further tearing and reinjury. I hope that answers some of your questions.

I would think that because of all of the uncertainty and lack of knowledge, the best bet is to go see someone for advice and a progressive rehab program.

[djm123]

I appreciate how through your answer was..Un fortunately I am without health care and this foot just does not feel straight, I take it that is normal..I ran for many years, I am 54 now and other than that I feel like could run again...ITs like what form of activity can I do to get a great workout? That is a hard question...Its real frustrating cause its not a full blown type of thing..I tend to feel that if I could hmm stablize the foot I could do something..I dont know if there are devices to do this..

Your reply is very much appreciated, it sure sounds like you know what you are talking about.

[Heidi]

Hi
Darren_H is completely right.
As for if there is anything you can wear to support the ankle, you find find an ankle support or splint helpful.
Have a look at the range here:
http://www.return2fitness.co.uk/Supports_And_Braces/Ankle_Supports

[djm123]

Thanks again NOW I dont know what one to get..I know once when it was taped it felt reasonable as stated I am 54 ., need advise, I will like to slowly get back into jogging, I dont know if I can..what are the thoughts?

[Heidi]

Hi
Having tried all of thesse products, I woudl recommend the Aircast Airsport brace: http://www.return2fitness.co.uk/Supports_And_Braces/Ankle_Supports/airsport

I find it to be the one with the highest support level whilst still being comfortable and slim enough to fit in a running shoe.
Good luck!

[djm123]

Its REAL depressing to me, I loved to run, I was in great shape, now at times I feel hopeless.

[shane]

The kind of games or undertaking will furthermore play a foremost role. After fix of a entire rupture, patients are not permitted to come back to running, leaping, or ballistic sports for roughly 6 months (depending on the surgeon). Your time line will be a bit shorter with the partial rip but you should put in the time to correctly rehab or you are endangering farther tearing and re injury.