How Surgeons Repair a Torn Achilles Tendon

An Achilles tendon rupture is a complete tear of the tendon that connects your calf muscle to your heel, often during sudden sports activity. Treatment may involve minimally invasive or open surgery to stitch the torn ends back together, and in severe cases, damaged tissue may be removed and replaced with a graft. After repair, the tendon is immobilized to heal and regain strength. What you’ll learn in this video: * What causes an Achilles tendon rupture * The difference between minimally invasive and open repair * How the tendon heals after surgery 👍 Like and subscribe for more clear, patient-friendly sports injury explainers. 👉 Join Viz Medical for early access + custom emojis: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPAtCitq_7Al95AWv5yMAwg/join #AchillesRupture #SportsInjury #OrthopedicSurgery #3DMedicalAnimation #MedicalAnimation #PatientEducation #SurgicalAnimation