How long does it take to fully recover after surgery for a tendon rupture?
Disease description:
I had a tendon rupture due to an accident recently and underwent surgery. Now the wound is still somewhat painful, and movement is not very smooth. I'm very concerned about my recovery. I wonder how long it takes to fully recover after tendon rupture surgery?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Jian
The recovery time after tendon rupture surgery may vary depending on individual differences and the severity of the rupture.
Generally speaking, most patients' tendons can achieve initial healing approximately 6 to 8 weeks after surgery. During this phase, functional exercises can be started. However, complete recovery may require a longer period. Particularly for patients with severe tendon ruptures or ruptures at specific sites such as the Achilles tendon, the recovery period could last up to 3 months or even longer.
Throughout the entire recovery period, patients must strictly follow medical advice and receive appropriate care. For example, keeping the wound clean and dry to prevent infection. Regarding diet, it is important to maintain balanced nutrition and consume adequate protein, vitamins, and other nutrients to promote tissue repair. At the same time, suitable functional exercises should be performed to help restore tendon strength and flexibility. However, excessive activity must be avoided, as it might adversely affect the healing tendon and delay the recovery process.
