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achilles tendon graftjacket reconstruction - operative indications
achilles tendon graftjacket reconstruction - operative considerations

Achilles tendon graftjacket reconstruction-the approach

Achilles tendon graftjacket reconstruction-close the defect

Achilles tendon graftjacket reconstruction-the graft is double breasted.

Achilles tendon graftjacket reconstruction-reconstruction completed.
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Achilles tendon graftjacket reconstruction - post operative

Post operative protocol
2 weeks are spent in a bivalved light weight cast, non weight bearing. Ankle position neutral or slight equinus.
Week 3-6 non weight bear in full light weight cast
Week 7-12 using Aircast XP/Achilles walker. Progress off crutches by week 8/9.
Physio from week 7-12. Ankle range of motion initially. Avoid weight training and heel raises until week 9-10.