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Triple Achilles Tendon Rupture: Case Report.

Amol Saxena¹, Deann Hofer²

¹Podiatrist, Department of Sports Medicine, Sutter-Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA.

The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery : Official Publication of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

|November 21, 2017

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A soccer referee experienced a severe triple Achilles tendon rupture. Surgical repair and rehabilitation allowed a full return to sports within 26 weeks.

Keywords:

Achilles rupture athlete football running soccer

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Musculoskeletal Research

Background:

Achilles tendon ruptures are common injuries in athletes.
Multiple Achilles tendon ruptures are rare and complex injuries.
Calcific tendinosis can complicate Achilles tendon injuries.

Observation:

A 57-year-old male soccer referee sustained an acute triple Achilles tendon rupture.
The injury involved proximal, mid-body, and insertional avulsion ruptures with calcific tendinosis.
The patient underwent surgical primary repair with tenodesis anchors.

Findings:

Postoperative management included 4 weeks non-weightbearing, followed by protected weightbearing for 6 weeks.
Rehabilitation utilized formal physical therapy with an antigravity treadmill.
The patient achieved a full return to running and refereeing activities at 26 weeks post-surgery.

Implications:

This case demonstrates successful surgical management and rehabilitation for a complex triple Achilles tendon rupture.
Early and comprehensive rehabilitation is crucial for athletes returning to high-level activity after severe Achilles injuries.
Antigravity treadmill technology may aid in accelerated recovery for Achilles tendon repair patients.