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Torn Tendon in Ankle

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Just got results of MRI stating I have torn tendons in my ankle.
Podiatrist wants me to wear a brace/cast to immobilize my ankle for 6 – 12 months to see if it helps. He says then maybe surgery.
Should I seek another opinion, maybe an orothopedist?
I don’t want to waste possibly 1 year to find out it is still a problem. Would rather have surgery to get this taken care of.
Has been going on for 3 months now.
Any suggestions


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    Vivian Abrams DPM

    9 10

    Certainly, you are within your rights to obtain another opinion from anyone you choose, whether it is an orthopedist or podiatrist.

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    9 10

    i have torn tendons in my ankle which is very painful I went to a physiotherapist and said I would have to rest for up to 6 weeks which I have done but after one game of rugby it has started to play up again what shall I do give up rugby or go to have it seen to again

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    9 10

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