Achilles Tear Surgery: Types & Success Rates - Novena

Achilles tear surgery is often necessary to repair a torn Achilles tendon, a crucial tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone. The surgery aims to restore function and prevent long-term disability. There are a few different types of Achilles tendon surgery, each with its own success rates.

Types of Achilles Tear Surgery

1. Open Surgery - In this traditional approach, the surgeon makes an incision along the back of the lower leg to access the torn tendon. The ends of the tendon are stitched back together.
2. Minimally Invasive Surgery (Percutaneous Repair) - This technique involves smaller incisions and the use of special instruments to stitch the torn tendon back together.
3. Reconstruction with Tendon Grafts - Used for chronic or severe tears where the tendon ends cannot be directly reattached. A graft, usually taken from another tendon in the foot or leg, is used to bridge the gap.

Success Rates of Achilles Tear Surgery
Success rates are generally high, with most studies reporting a 75-90% rate of patients returning to their pre-injury level of activity. The risk of re-rupture is typically low, around 2-5%.

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