NEJM Nonoperative or Surgical Treatment of Acute Achilles' Tendon Rupture.

In this episode, we discuss a major NEJM study comparing nonoperative treatment, open repair, and minimally invasive surgery for acute Achilles tendon ruptures. We also discuss the functional outcomes, re-rupture risks, and what this means for shared decision-making in everyday orthopedic practice. https://www.orthobullets.com/post/view?id=133044