The achilles tendon After the operation The first 24 hours Pain relief
This is by means of an ankle block and local wound infiltration supplemented by tablets or PCA (Patient Controlled Anagesia). Cast/splintage
A temporary plaster cast will be applied after the operation and changed the next day to a lightweight cast.
DVT prophylaxis
Aspirin 150mgs, used for 6 weeks unless contraindicated. Length of stay
You will require on average one day post operatively in hospital. Physiotherapy
Within 24-48 hours you will be mobilised non-weight bearing. This means using two crutches for walking. Generally this continues for 3 weeks after the operation date. At two weeks
Outpatient visit to ensure wounds have healed and a Change of cast. At three weeks
Commence weight bearing in the cast. At six weeks
Weight bearing out of cast commenced with physiotherapy. An in-shoe heel raise may be recommended for a few weeks. At three months
Return to sports gradually.
Chance of success
85-95% | 
