Achilles tendon ruptures are a common ailment and often missed in upwards of 25% of cases. Neglected Achilles injuries can be treated both conservatively and surgically. Physical therapy, bracing, and custom ankle-foot orthoses are some options to consider. Surgically, there are many options, depending on the quality of the existing tendon, size of the defect, and the surgeon's comfort with the technique. Those procedures include primary repair, V-Y tendon advancement, turndown flap, tendon transfers, and other allografts. These techniques have been shown to have good to excellent outcomes and typically return patients to activities without complaints.
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