How long does it take to recover from an Achilles tendon injury

The recovery time after an Achilles tendon rupture depends on the extent of the injury to the patient’s Achilles tendon. Under professional treatment, it usually takes 3~4 weeks to recover from a mild Achilles tendon strain; 4~6 weeks to recover from a partial Achilles tendon rupture; and 8~12 weeks to recover from a complete Achilles tendon rupture. 1. Mild Achilles tendon strain: through sufficient rest, avoiding strenuous exercise, long-distance walking, reducing weight-bearing, with medication and other treatment methods, usually 3~4 weeks to recover. 2. Partial rupture of the Achilles tendon: If the Achilles tendon is only partially ruptured, without positional deviation, conservative treatment is usually carried out to immobilize the injured limb and treat it under the guidance of the doctor, with scientific and reasonable exercise, recovery can be achieved in 4~6 weeks. 3. Complete rupture of the Achilles tendon: This is a more serious case, requiring surgical suturing and immobilization of the injured limb, and later need to cooperate with rehabilitation therapy to further restore function, which will take 8~12 weeks to recover. It is recommended that the patient consult a doctor in a timely manner, under the guidance of a professional doctor for treatment, do not blindly treatment, to avoid the adverse consequences.