Achilles week 3

Week 3 - this week I talk about getting my cast off (yay!) and life in a walking boot! I also talk about non weight bearing exercises and you get a first hand look at the physical therapy process in the long road to recovery with Dr. Meghan!
Timeline:
00:42 cast off/Dr. appointment
2:50 1st Physical Therapy appointment/1st week
5:15 toe scrunches/toes not moving well
6:30 exercises outside of therapy
6:50 recovery tools (Normatec and E-Stim)
8:30 strengthening exercises on my own
11:15 atrophy
12:35 supplements I have been taking
14:00 taking time off of work
14:45 shower/scar care
15:45 difficulty sleeping
18:20 Facebook support group "Achilles Tendon Rupture Group"
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[@sogcezar]

First and foremost thank you for the whole recovery series I’m about to take the cast off in two days and the tingling kind of sucks Your recovery is very important to all of us… I’m a former Olympic level judo & Jiu-jitsu athlete and I can’t wait to be “normal” again…

[@ThePhysioFix]

I am so sorry to hear that you have joined the Achilles warrior club! Definitely not a club I want people to join but I am happy my videos are helping you! Please do not hesitate to reach out as I am happy to help!

[@davidallsopp3645]

Dr. Stacey, thank you for your Achilles recovery insights. I too just had my cast off, my surgeon feels I have 1-2 weeks non weight bearing. My rupture was shredded so I won’t start PT for 3 weeks. Longer to heal because of the difficulty of sewing the tendon together. I have no mental issues, just anxious to get back to working out. Thank you!

[@mikewillfybn]

Tomorrow I’ll be on week 3 and I’m so ready to get my cast off and start the process of walking again. Thank you for the video

[@ThePhysioFix]

I am so happy that you have found my videos and that they are helpful to you! I hope your recovery is going well!!! Remember to listen to your body and take it day by day! You go this!

[@nickbidding9512]

Thank you so much for this! Week 3 and feeling defeated. Your exercises have given me renewed hope to drive/progress/recover!

[@ThePhysioFix]

I understand for sure! I am glad you found my exercises helpful and that they renewed your hope! You got this and I am here for you!!!

[@benslagter]

Great update and glad to see you doing well on your rehab!

[@ThePhysioFix]

Thank you Ben!

[@legendwicked95]

Glad your doing well !! Lot of support

[@ThePhysioFix]

Thank you! I appreciate your support!

[@ortezwright5597]

You are an amazing person! Seeing your workouts, remaining positive despite the challenges is inspiring to me!! I suffered a complete Achilles tare. Monday I go in for my 2week post opp appt. Hoping for some good news, and to get into a walking boot of some sort. I'm 52 and was a "casual" lifter before my injury. You have inspired me to first, get my achillies healthy, and try to get back into shape during the healing process.

[@ThePhysioFix]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I am sorry you are going through this injury but just take it day by day and sometimes minute by minute. You got this!

[@513cats]

Great job with your recovery. Proprioception training is very important! Luckily my therapist really pushed me on this and I feel that was key for my recovery. Also toe and foot strength was key for me. I remember picking up marbles with my toes and putting them in a bucket! I did that everyday! I lost muscle mass pretty quickly in my calf. But it does come back!!!! You will get there! One day at a time!

[@ThePhysioFix]

Yes, it is very important and I am working on that stuff now. Thank you and that is my plan, one day at a time!

[@johnnypitviperwallace5908]

Amazing video! I had a complete tear of my right Achilles, I had surgery 3 days ago, and I’m very looking forward to the process of getting back in my feet! My post Op appointment is about 2 weeks away. It’s nice seeing videos like this your very positive and I vibe with that because I am too! I think I’ll be walking even sooner then they think 😊. I’m glad your healing well I with you the best!

[@ThePhysioFix]

Thank you for your kind words and support! I am happy that you found my videos and that they are helpful to you! Just remember to listen to your body and take it day by day. Do not push it on the bad days and rest when needed. You got this!

[@5675421]

Going through this right now. In my third week. It breaks my heart every time I hear your emotions of pain and frustration slip through. It's a scary time. Thanks for posting and amazing that you're posting this

[@ThePhysioFix]

Thank you for your support and I am so sorry to hear that you are going through this injury! I am here for you!

[@Empressdeb]

I had my surgery 7 days ago what emotion journey. I had surgery on my calorific Achilles tendinitis, gastrocnemius equines,and Haglund deformity. The pain is horrible. My foot is a cast right now. Dr said I probably will have a cast for 8 weeks then boot for another 6 weeks 😢

[@troythackwray]

Thanks a million. I'm at 3 weeks now post opp and in the moonboot. Waiting for the next appointment with the surgeon in 2 weeks time, but I really am "itching" to do something to get the recovery ball rolling - always scared to go too far

[@ThePhysioFix]

I hope things are going well! I am sorry to hear that you are going through this and definitely listen to your body, You do not want to push it too hard to fast for sure but I understand that feeling of wanting to get moving!

[@pen4tenn]

I am at 3 weeks, I was in a soft cast first, now the hard cast and I get this off in a week, I am 60+ this video has so much info I was wondering about. I have a big event in one week and I will be in the boot for one day. I think it is going to tough. Day 2 in the cast was horrible pain and swelling. It was the absolute worst since surgery. Thank you for such valuable info.

[@ThePhysioFix]

I am so sorry that you are going through this injury but thankful that my videos are helpful! You got this!

[@rdavis46]

I am on the support group as well. I had my right achilles tendon tear repair surgery and heel spur on Dec 16th. I am 5 weeks out tomorrow still non weight bearing which is very hard for me. I post a video on the support group about a under desk elliptical I have. I see my surgeon next week Wed for my 6 week post op. I am ready to be out of this boot already. Its hurting the back of my heel.

[@ThePhysioFix]

I am glad you are a part of the group as well! I hope all goes well with your appointment and you can start to do partial weight bearing! I am having the same issue with my heel! My heel feels like it's on fire sometimes!

[@rdavis46]

@@ThePhysioFix thanks the boot irritates the back of heel causing more pain! I even pick up a pair of nano socks plus wear a boot liner sock then diabetic sock over that before putting my foot into that ugly gray heavy boot! Ready to kick it to the curb already!

[@olakunleadewaleadegbile5301]

Nice video. I could tell weightlifter with those arms. Me: Apr 16 injury, went to er knowing what was wrong, er did their job and sent me to ortho. Va ortho sent me home for a week since no appointment. May 15th sx. 3 weeks temp cast, 4 weeks permanent/hard cast. My leg wasn't cleaned after 3 weeks temp cast when perma cast was put in. I asked for therapy they said not yet for like 8 weeks. June 11th I cut off the cast myself & put on my boot. In my defense I did tell the doc I didn't want the hard cast. My friend who is an occupational therapist says just listen to surgeon. I think 20 yr or 68 their policy and timeline is the same.

[@dennysrodriguez9200]

I’m on my week 6 and It’s being progressive but so excited to walk again

[@ThePhysioFix]

Walking is a big deal! So glad things are going well for you and I hope your progress is going well! You got this!!!

[@alwaysreturnNurgirl]

How have you healed?

[@513cats]

I did a lot of core training in the first few weeks as well when I couldn’t do as much weight bearing training.

[@ThePhysioFix]

Core strength is definitely helpful when you are non weight bearing!

[@blender176]

What kind did you do?

[@philippawounou9958]

Thanks for sharing the experience 🙏🏽 I just don’t understand why there‘s so many different approaches from medicals. I‘m entering week 3 now and I‘m being told not to go into any flexion.. 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@ThePhysioFix]

You're welcome Philipp! I am happy to share my experience especially for those going through the same experience. I was also limited in my dorsi flexion but since I am creating my own protocol I have a little more freedom. I wish you all the best in your recovery!

[@johnnypitviperwallace5908]

Everybody is different buddy! You gotta do what’s best for your recovery. I wish you the best my friend! You’ll be up and walkin again in no time! I believe in you 💪

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[@WandaBliss]

I am on week 2 of complete rupture. Non-surgical approach since I have no gap between my tendon ends. Would your exercises work for non-surgical healing too?

[@ThePhysioFix]

I hope all is going well with your recovery! They should work for both non surgical and surgical repair but you can always discuss with your surgeon and your local PT. My team is more than happy to help you with your recovery if you are looking for a physical therapist (local or via video) :)

[@blessem8507]

Hey I’m going on 3 weeks post op from my Achilles’ tendon rupture. I had my cast removed last week and am now in a walking boot. Should you able to see the surgically repaired Achilles at this time? When I look at my ankle it still looks the same as prior to surgery with the gap. I was expecting to see the tendon pronounced like on my other non injured foot.

[@blessem8507]

Also do you still sleep elevate your foot with the boot on? If not when did you stop?

[@ThePhysioFix]

My Achilles was really swollen and is still quite swollen post op so that could be the case for you as well. If you have any concerns though I would definitely talk with your surgeon.

[@CountIstVanTeleki]

11 days post op and im astonished at the muscle loss. How long until you can regain muscle and how long did it take you to get muscle levels back? Thank you for the videos.

[@ThePhysioFix]

I am so sorry to hear that you are going through this injury! I definitely do not want anyone else to join the Achilles warriors club! I would recommend finding a local PT that uses BFR as that is crucial to help maintain muscle mass that along with creatine and additional protein!

[@CountIstVanTeleki]

@@ThePhysioFix thank you! I will look into it!

[@menurager2199]

Collagen is great for recovery for this type of surgery

[@leeredford1028]

Get well soon... great videos... very beautiful woman... All the best

[@ThePhysioFix]

Thank you for the kind words and support Lee!

[@leeredford1028]

@@ThePhysioFix yes... your welcome... hows your Leg feeling at the moment???

[@marcosjsantiago]

Week 2 with no surgery yet insurance complications.. I already feel defeated and frustrated.. Have a new born coming in 3 weeks any pointers on being able to spend time with baby after surgery?

[@alwaysreturnNurgirl]

It's terribly tough

[@marcosjsantiago]

@@alwaysreturnNurgirl I survived he is now about be one and we took our first steps together… It was very very challenging and frustrating trying to move around and do everything I could but we got through it and the bond I have with my son is unbreakable

[@alwaysreturnNurgirl]

​@marcosjsantiago that's kinda awesome that you guys got to take your first steps together. Though I know how killer this injury is (I'm only 3 weeks in) the mental and physical parts really bring you down hard-core. It's very frustrating and extremely lengthy (I'm an impatient person to begin with) I am glad you healed fully though!

[@marcosjsantiago]

@@alwaysreturnNurgirl oh trust me that part was the worst to get past, as someone who is always outdoors doing things it was hard for me to cope with not being able to do the things I normally do but trust me once you get cleared to at least put some type of pressure on your foot in your boot you’ll start to feel all of that lift off of your shoulders. I haven’t gone back into my normal routine just yet but slowly doing so

[@billydickerson4267]

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[@ThePhysioFix]

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[@adilrind88]

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[@ThePhysioFix]

I am sorry you are going through this injury! It is definitely not an easy recovery! You got this and remember to celebrate the little victories! They add up to big things!

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[@ThePhysioFix]

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