Rehabilitation program for Achilles tendon rupture

The rehabilitation program for Achilles tendon rupture is as follows: First, use plaster immobilization for 4-6 weeks. After 4-6 weeks, start to do exercises such as knee flexion and extension activities and ankle dorsiflexion actively, to the extent of having pain. From a small amount at the beginning, gradually increase to 1000 times a day, and you can practice in groups. Second, strengthen the muscle strength training of the flexor and extensor muscles around the ankle joint, you can assist the elastic band and train for 30-60 minutes daily to prevent injury. Third, use a cylinder to roll back and forth under the foot, which can be used with mild force to restore the range of motion of the ankle joint and avoid the formation of local adhesions. Through the above training, the Achilles tendon rupture can be repaired smoothly, and it will not cause a second rupture of the Achilles tendon.