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My father age 50 has fallen from bike and in ankle the achilles tendon is completely teared and retired And the leg is swollen. What should we do?
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Dear, I think you need detailed evaluation and imaging to confirm that diagnosis. You will need major surgery to repair and augment the torn tendoachillis. Please see an orthopaedic surgeon.
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