Achilles Tendinosis

Post-Surgical Timeline

• Day 0-14: Non-weight bearing in a splint with strict elevation
• Week 2-4: NWB in a cast
• Week 4-12: CAM walker boot with partial weight bearing. Begin formal physical therapy at week 6
• Month 3-6: Transition out of boot into a sneaker; Return to many normal activities of daily living; Continued physical therapy
• Month 6-12: Will continue to see improvement and gradual return to sports