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Torn achilles

2017-04-30 05:02:54
Ive torn my Achilles tendon 3 weeks ago. But i havent had surgery and have been walking on it. Ive thought about steroid injection and surgery. What should i do?
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A torn tendon needs Surgical repair. No role of any injection. But also depends upon what the MRI Says. If possible post your images.

Answered2017-04-30 05:13:20

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