Achilles Tendon Rupture | 1 Week | POST SURGERY | 2021

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Unfortunately I have picked up a serious injury - ruptured achilles tendon. This injury happened during a game of football, as I went to attack the ball I felt a pop in the back of my calf.
After seeing the doctors I decided to go with the surgery route. I explain why in this video and also give you some tips on what to expect the first week.
Join me as I video week by week progression to help anyone who is unfortunately going through the same situation feel better and stay strong!

[@unclairvoyance]

First day post-surgery here. Ready to begin this journey of recovery. It's uncanny how similar our experiences are - I was playing basketball and could have sworn someone had kicked me hard right on the back of my left leg.

[@KSPerformance]

Sorry to hear you're in this position - but love to hear the positivity! Injury does feel a bit surreal doesn't it? You may be pleased to hear I am now almost 9 months past surgery and back playing again! All the best in your recovery!!

[@S1lverspike]

Had the same feeling I was shocked as I thought someone hit me with a ball. I have surgery in a few days. How bad is the pain post surgery?

[@ryanepperson9504]

Same exact thing happened here! I looked around and asked who just hit me. I’m on day 1 post surgery right now, so I’m looking forward to the no pain days!

[@FMECCTV]

I have my op in 3 days.. and I will start the recovery. how i ruptured it was literally exactly the same as you... i even shouted 'foul' before i realised no one was there! i did hear it pop, thought it was a boot onto mine. glad to hear that you are playing again... good to hear a good story. i am quite worried about how and if i can play the way i was.

[@KSPerformance]

Sorry to hear you’re going through this! It’s rough but I can say I had the same thoughts. Now over a year past, I feel just as sharp and fast as before. Muscle memory is an incredible thing!

[@vickscott2055]

Just had surgery a couple days ago, thanks for this

[@KSPerformance]

Wishing you a speedy recovery!

[@boarderm5896]

Thanks. I'm starting week 4.

[@KSPerformance]

Wishing you a safe and speedy recovery!

[@lightbear85]

Thanks for sharing this. I had an Achilles rupture 2 weeks ago and had surgery last week. I’ll follow your journey on here and it will be a huge help!

[@lightbear85]

My injury was playing ultimate frisbee. I look forward to starting my rehab! I get out of the splint next week, and go into the boot! How are things for you now? How does your Achilles feel?

[@KSPerformance]

Sorry to hear about the injury….Seems like you are in good spirits though! I’m now just over a year since the injury and honestly, feel stronger than ever. No fear on pushing off from the injured leg, it feels fine to sprint and jump. Rehab was extremely useful, and I started to play football again after about 6 months. Calf muscle is still a tad smaller than other side but it’s getting much better. Work hard, but smart, in the rehab and you’ll be alright!

[@Jamesthechef0311]

Just blew mine yesterday helping two guys push a truck into the tire store I gave him a fist bump went to run back to my car and ankle just exploded so thanks for the video man It gave me a lot of confidence

[@KSPerformance]

Sorry to hear that! If you have any questions feel free to check some previous comments or just ask away. Happy to share any advice I can!

[@Jamesthechef0311]

@@KSPerformance very kind of you for getting back to me thank you. Yeah it's crazy my right Achilles is like iron in my left is like detached jello yeah. I should have just turned left and going to the liquor store but I was like no James don't drink you know and then the next thing you know I'm doing a good deed then the next thing you know f****** for 12 months

[@danajones3818]

❤️

[@sobiahussain9455]

Hi Very good video just had surgery what the best position to keep the leg .can I sleep on sides as not comfortable on my back .

[@KSPerformance]

Hi, wish you a speedy recovery! Personally I tried my best to stay on my back when sleeping. Sometimes I would rotate my hips to I was on my side (shoulder) but leg still flat. Maybe try that? Good luck!

[@flflores0]

Thanks for the video… makes me feel like I’m not alone in this. I wish everyone who is going through this with me a full and fast recovery. With that said would you recommend any specific positions for the injured leg when laying on your back as far as toes pointing a certain direction, how high to have it elevated, etc

[@KSPerformance]

All here for support! When in the cast there wasn’t much movement so no choice in position for toes pointing. After the cast, I kept the ankle as ‘normal’ position as possible at all times until rehab had me moving the joint multiple times a day. I aimed to elevate it above my heart to help with preventing swelling. Hope that’s helpful, and good luck on recovery!

[@flflores0]

@@KSPerformance Thanks for the reply! How are you doing now a days with it?

[@KSPerformance]

No problem, love to reply and show support! These days….couldn’t even tell you it happened! Ankle feels strong, no issues with running/sprinting/jumping. I’d say work hard at the rehab and follow it directly. I would set up timers on my phone to remind to complete exercises and feel that helped with recovery.

[@flflores0]

@@KSPerformance that’s awesome 👏 good to hear Thanks for the replies I hope my surgery goes well I have it this Thursday

[@KSPerformance]

Good luck! Feel free to ask any questions.

[@xsnake2000]

Hi, thanks for your video, which is very helpful. I have a question regarding the aspirin. How often a day and for how long had you been taken the aspirin?

[@KSPerformance]

Hi, glad you found the video helpful! For me, I was taking 1 aspirin a day, for approx 4 weeks. Of course, speak with your doctor before taking any medication! Good luck!

[@xsnake2000]

@@KSPerformance thanks for your reply.

[@xsnake2000]

@@KSPerformance can you share any experiences on how to make life easier with the cast? What did you do when it e.g started to itch etc? Any tips will be very much appreciated. I am in my first week after surgery and I have very hard time. Thanks

[@KSPerformance]

Wish you a speedy recovery! Honestly, I didn't experience much itching when I had the cast. I was lucky there. But overall tips with the cast would be taking it easy, exactly as the doctor says. It's tough, but best thing really is to rest up and let your body go through the healing process! Get something to keep you busy - book, lego etc - and then before you know it, the cast will be off! Good luck!

[@xsnake2000]

@@KSPerformance thank you!

[@nclildogg2]

Hey man one more question. Was your cooler gravity fed or automatic pump?

[@KSPerformance]

The cooler was gravity fed, had to lift it up to fill the boot up! It was given to me after surgery, so I didn't have an option for automatic.

[@dylandsouza7323]

hey i just had surgery late april,just woundering how much time for the recovery

[@KSPerformance]

Hi! I am 3 and a half months post surgery now and the progress has been great. I am now walking normally for the most part, back into slight jumping activities and agility ladder drills. Once you are cleared to walk without the boot, progress is so fast! Good luck with your recovery! Stay focused on the PT, and be sure to get the mobility back first!

[@nayeem26may]

Hi Man Thanks for sharing your experience your videos it really support to others. Any how i got Achilles tendon rupture 5cm gap i plan to make surgery i don't know when exact rupture, with in two week i found some space gap then i consult with doctor that realize. please advice me after three days of surgery how you walk with support pain actual recover weeks i can join office having steps on first floor its manageable need your advice and suggestions.

[@KSPerformance]

Hey, thanks for asking. Sorry to hear you're going through this injury! Shortly after surgery (and for a decent time after) I was using crutches to get around. I wasn't able to 'walk' without crutches for a little while to be honest. My advice for post surgery is simply to rest. Following that, listen closely to the doctor and the physical therapy!

[@22antlerr]

What kind of procedure did you get done for the repair? An open repair or minimally invasive?

[@KSPerformance]

Hey, my procedure was an open repair. Wasn't too worried about the scar (it's still not bad) and just wanted it fixed anyway possible lol.

[@OwnMySunrise]

For me it's a bit different. I used to be a bodybuilder and I never heeded the advice of the doctor. Will the doctor gave me a boot years ago for pain I never wore it. I went back to doing what I was doing and I didn't care. Fast forward a couple years and now the pain is back and it's back with a vengeance. I walked over a thousand miles the past year and I was in real good shape. Then I started feeling the stabbing feeling in the back of my foot. It was excruciating. So I went to the doctor and they referred me to The specialist you took a look at it and told me it was essentially just a sprain but I didn't agree. So I forced an MRI and once I got it came back saying I had Achilles tendinosis as well as quite a few other things. I knew there was something wrong. So he told me I had a couple choices and I chose to not do surgery - he even didn't want surgery, and I went forward. Now somebody with common sense would figure you're hurt, don't exercise. But you already know what I'm going to tell you. I did it anyway. And it got worse. So I started to wear a boot and it didn't really help well, it did it first but not much after. It started to get to the point where no matter what I was doing nothing stopped the pain. There will be days I'll walk around and no pain whatsoever and then when I get home at night that's when it hits me or in the morning that's when it hits me so I said let's get surgery. It's scheduled for a couple days from now and I'm very apprehensive. I really don't want surgery. Couple of my coworkers who've had it before said it's actually a good thing because it'll help you get rid of the pain but I'm confused as to why anybody would want to sit around the house and do nothing

[@KSPerformance]

Appreciate you sharing this! I was in the same boat, did not want to be stuck on the sofa! How are you doing now? Surgery go alright? Hope this is encouraging, it's only a small portion of resting. Once you're back into rehab it's exciting to see the progress!

[@youdontunderstand22]

I have my operation soon how was the actual operation itslef? Like any pain discomfort ect

[@KSPerformance]

During the surgery I was put to sleep mate so no recollection of the procedure! Good luck on your surgery - feel free to ask any questions!

[@LuhPham]

How are you 1 year post surgery? I also tore my achilles and went the op route. I'm 3 days post op and so far feeling the exact way you describe your experience. Have you been able to go back to "normal" from this injury?

[@KSPerformance]

Hi, sorry to hear you'e going through this! Now I'm past 12 months from the surgery and I feel amazing. Honestly, can barely even tell the injury happened. I'm able to run, cut and sprint all the same now, with not much difference in speed too. There is still some size difference in the muscle, and every now and then some psychological block when playing sports, but overall it's fine! Good luck on your recovery! Feel free to ask any questions, I'll be happy to help!

[@LuhPham]

@@KSPerformance thanks for the reply! Great to hear you’re doing well. As an athlete, I was worried if my performance or overall mobility outside of sports/fitness will ever be the same. This injury will test you mentally as well. When you say muscle size difference are you talking about the calf muscle symmetry between both legs? Do you notice any asymmetries between your legs and do you think the surgically repaired leg will catch up given time?

[@KSPerformance]

@@LuhPham I had the same worries, but can say I feel just as I did before. And in some instances, my ankle feels stronger! Yeah I mean the size between the two call muscle. I think over time it will get there. Hardest part was reestablishing that mind muscle connection to target the calf. Good luck!

[@jinxedboo6031]

Are you scared of the unknown？As in what if during football again you re-rupture? Psychological block for sure.@@KSPerformance

[@jeffroman7413]

How do I elevate my leg. I feel like I’m psych myself out thinking laying with the wound touching the Cushing will reopen the wound.

[@KSPerformance]

Hey Jeff, I had the same thoughts! When I was elevating, I rested my calf on the pillow and basically had my Achilles barely resting on the pillow. After a few days it wasn’t as bad but at first I was very careful where I placed my leg!

[@nclildogg2]

Hi did you have a soft cast or a hard cast? I have extreme cast claustrophobia and need help

[@KSPerformance]

Hi, it was a soft cast that I had on my leg. I understand your worries, but the soft cast I had did not cause me any discomfort! I'm not sure if you have the option, but maybe bring the concern up to the doctor and see if they can choose the best option!

[@nclildogg2]

@@KSPerformance hey thanks for your reply bro really appreciate it

[@KSPerformance]

@@nclildogg2 no problem, all the best with the recovery!

[@xsnake2000]

Hi, I have the same problem. You have to tell your doctor about that and he will bivalve your cast. That was my life safer!

[@nclildogg2]

@@xsnake2000 hi Simon thanks for your reply. I actually found a doctor that was able to provide the same treatment as @KS Performance so I was given a splint just like in the picture. I am now 2 weeks post op in a boot with the heel lifts. The previous doctor wouldn't bulge and could care less about my claustrophobia.

[@Brwnsugaa45677]

I’m 3 days post op. My Achilles has been aching, and sometimes my calf feels tense and twitches. I cannot find a comfortable position to elevate due to my Achilles being so sensitive after nerve block wore off. Is this normal?

[@KSPerformance]

Sorry to hear you’re going through this injury - keep your chin up! I did experience similar discomfort for a few days after the surgery so I feel your pain. It did subside after a few days though so hopefully the same for you!

[@craggerdon]

Hi there, Did you go private for the surgery?

[@KSPerformance]

Hi! I'm in America, so I just made sure to use a surgeon that was covered by insurance :)

[@gamingfarm8533]

Bro, im struggling right now after anesthesia effect my surgery, very painful Eve paracetamol no effect

[@KSPerformance]

I feel that! After around 4/5 days it got better for me. How many days has it been?

[@andyvaldez212]

bro i'm on day 2 post surgery, pain is agonizing even with medication .... when does it stop!

[@KSPerformance]

Sorry to hear you’re going through this injury! The first few days are rough with some pain shooting through the leg. Best advice is to keep up on the medications! Follow the doctors guide with both medications and icing. Good luck on recovery!

[@conradthompson1368]

hey guys, I'm day 5 after surgery. something I'm experiencing, when I get on my crutches, and my leg is just hanging (no weight on it) my calf gets extremely tight, extremely quickly. i have been spending about 23.5 hours a day in bed with it elevated since operation. heard of this or experienced it yourselves?

[@KSPerformance]

Hey, sorry to hear your experiencing this injury! Personally I would check with your doctor, my doctor encouraged me to get up fairly frequently to get blood flowing a bit. They didn’t want me to stay elevated for too long. Maybe it’s worth mentioning?

[@conradthompson1368]

@@KSPerformance thanks man. I've since called and left a message. will update with doc's response. also, when you sleeping, did you keep foot elevated or just flat as you'd normally sleep?

[@KSPerformance]

Yeah I mean also worth checking with the doctor to see. I felt like having the foot down every now and then helped. When I was sleeping I had my foot elevated. Maybe not as high as throughout the day, just in case I rolled, I didn’t want my foot to fall!

[@conradthompson1368]

@@KSPerformance As time went on I felt less and less discomfort with my foot being down. I think it probably was just still healing and the blood flow just was "too much" to handle from foot being elevated to immediately being down. When you got your aircast, did you sleep with it on? If so did you keep it on tight or..?

[@monusharma-dx7hc]

Sir i am in a 3 month of surgery but i still cant walk normal how much time it takes

[@KSPerformance]

Hi, sorry to hear you are going through this! Learning to walk again was a long process, at around 4/5 month mark I felt like my stride was back to 'pre injury' times and then it all came very quick back to full pre injured movement. Good luck - work hard on the rehab!

[@micky13]

I’m on day 6 😊 still hurts when I gets up 😢

[@KSPerformance]

Get plenty of rest in these early days!

[@stephanieseewer8523]

I just had surgery today. They didn't give me an ice thing like that? I'm wondering where/how i should ice. Ahhh

[@KSPerformance]

Interesting you didn't get any instruction on that. The boot covers the whole foot but I believe the main focus was to ice around the Achilles to get the swelling down from the operation. Please check with your doctor though!

[@peace1729]

I ruptured mines two inches for you get too my heel I did this two years ago I had too have surgery but I still have some problems but at least I can walk

[@KSPerformance]

Sorry to hear you still have issues. Are you going through physical therapy? Or spoken with your doctor about the issues?

[@timelesstravells]

How to go for toilet??

[@KSPerformance]

Carefully!

[@KSPerformance]

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