To repair a torn Achilles tendon, surgery may be necessary after the initial swelling is reduced, about a week after the tear occurs. During the repair surgery, the doctor cuts an incision above the heel on the back of the ankle in order to sew the tendon back together. The out-patient procedure is usually done under local anesthesia. Post-surgery, the patient wears a cast or walking boot for a month and a half to three months. The cast or boot is adjusted during the healing process from a downward pointing angle to a neutral position. Specific exercises and physical therapy are completed as part of the healing process to regain motion and strength.
What People Are Saying
Del Clark
Del Clark put off ingrown toenail surgery for for years. After tiring of “home surgery”, which involved scissors and tweezers, Del contacted Dr. Foley. “Surgical procedures have advanced dramatically and recovery time has also been greatly, reduced,” Dr. Foley told the reluctant Clark. The actual surgery took less than 45 minutes and Del was back […]
Paula Osburn Herron
“Most complete foot & ankle care, diagnosis, treatment &/or surgery. I know from personal experience how good Superior Foot & Ankle Care Center is, I have been a patient for many years.”
Morningstar Holmes
“I had a very painful ingrown toenail. I put off getting it taken care of until I met Dr. Vikki. She made it so easy. The procedure was pain-free and my recovery was smooth and rapid. Dr. Vikki is very professional and compassionate. She was very knowledgeable with the latest techniques, explaining everything clearly. She […]
Kevin Wilcox
“Always worth the 850 mile drive to see Dr. Ornelas. The scheduling staff are so amazing too as I have to juggle other appointments around LA.”
Nancy Kazan
Emergency room nurse and avid distance runner Nancy Kazan, was diagnosed with Morton’s neuroma. This injury makes the person feel like they’re walking on a hot rock or sock is bunched up in the ball of the foot. After non-invasive treatment failed, Dr. Foley employed a new surgery called the Kobe treatment. This minimal incision […]
Kimberly Koford
Bunions on both big toes had been bothering Kimberly Kofford for almost 20 years. She had learned to live with the pain. But when she couldn’t find a pair of shoes that fit, it was time for drastic measures. “I put off thinking about surgery for years. It’s not something you can do with young […]
James Rhoden
Long Beach native, James Rhoden, was having issues cutting his toenails. His diabetes, lack of mobility and subsequent weight gain had made this simple task extremely difficult. Dr. Foley addressed a more immediate problem on one of his first appointments. “His skin color was horrible, there was no blood in his face, he was short […]
Laura Reilly
After corrective hammertoe surgery failed to heal correctly, Terry Reilly sought out Dr. Foley’s help. “I immediately felt Dr. Foley had a grasp of my situation, “said Reilly. After getting a second opinion, Reilly scheduled surgery with Dr. Foley. For the first time in over 18 months her feet and an look great. “Sandals and […]