Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
An Achilles tendon rupture is a partial or complete structural tear of the body’s largest and strongest tendon the fibrous cord connecting the gastrocnemius and soleus calf muscles to the posterior calcaneus and one of the most functionally devastating soft tissue injuries a New Yorker can sustain. Complete ruptures occur most commonly during explosive push-off activities sprinting, jumping, sudden acceleration from a stationary position and classically present with a sudden sharp pain in the posterior lower leg described as being struck or kicked from behind, an audible pop or snap, rapid posterior ankle swelling, and a complete inability to perform a single-leg heel raise. The Thompson squeeze test squeezing the calf muscle belly with the patient prone and observing for absent plantar flexion response is the definitive clinical examination finding for complete rupture, with high sensitivity and specificity when performed correctly. Partial Achilles ruptures present with a more insidious onset, localized posterior tendon pain, preserved but painful push-off, and represent a diagnostic challenge that requires diagnostic ultrasound or MRI to characterize tear extent accurately. At Healthy Feet Podiatry, our NYC Achilles rupture specialists perform clinical examination and same-visit diagnostic ultrasound to confirm rupture completeness, measure the tendon gap size, assess tendon end approximation in equinus positioning, and distinguish complete from partial tears — the imaging information that directly determines whether surgical repair or high-quality functional rehabilitation represents the superior treatment approach for each individual patient.
At Healthy Feet Podiatry, Achilles tendon rupture treatment is individualized based on rupture completeness, tendon end gap size on ultrasound, patient age and activity level, time elapsed from injury to presentation, and patient preference following a thorough, evidence-based discussion of each approach. Current high-quality clinical evidence including randomized controlled trials comparing surgical and non-surgical management demonstrates that functional rehabilitation in a specifically designed progressive weight-bearing boot protocol achieves re-rupture rates approaching those of surgical repair in appropriately selected patients, making non-surgical management with an accelerated rehabilitation protocol a legitimate primary option for many complete ruptures rather than a second-choice fallback. Surgical repair open primary tendon repair or minimally invasive percutaneous repair provides higher tensile strength restoration at earlier timepoints, lower re-rupture rates in high-demand athletes returning to explosive sport, and the ability to address concurrent insertional pathology or intra-tendinous degeneration that may have predisposed the tendon to rupture. Our NYC team coordinates all surgical cases with affiliated board-certified foot and ankle surgeons and manages the complete post-operative rehabilitation pathway from initial cast removal and protected weight-bearing introduction through progressive tendon loading, functional strength restoration, and return-to-sport clearance at nine to twelve months maintaining complete continuity of care throughout the full recovery timeline.
Healthy Feet Podiatry serves Achilles tendon rupture patients across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island with the diagnostic precision, evidence-based treatment individualization, and long-term rehabilitation commitment that this serious injury demands. Our NYC Achilles rupture specialists have managed complete and partial tendon ruptures across the full patient spectrum competitive athletes targeting return to elite sport, active recreational exercisers prioritizing full functional recovery, and working professionals whose primary goal is returning to pain-free daily ambulation bringing the same clinical rigor and personalized approach to every case regardless of activity level. We offer same-week urgent appointments for suspected Achilles ruptures and accept most major insurance plans for evaluation, functional rehabilitation management, and post-surgical care coordination. If you felt a pop in the back of your leg and your ankle is swollen, painful, and unable to push off contact Healthy Feet Podiatry today. The treatment decision made in the first two weeks after an Achilles rupture has a greater impact on your long-term outcome than almost any other factor in your recovery.
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Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Everyone was super friendly. Doctor Rick’s explained everything thoroughly.
Dr Bell was incredibly thorough and personable. Gave me great information and useful information for my next steps. A great experience!
“Fast, professional, and very clean office. I was checked in and seen within 10 minutes of my scheduled time. Dr. Ricks was straight to the point but thorough. The front desk staff was also incredibly helpful.
All of the staff are super welcoming and professional! Bianca took excellent care in getting my X-rays. Dr. Ricks was thorough in explaining my diagnosis and next steps. Highly recommended!!
Well before I came in today to see Dr. Ricks my foot in pain was 9/10 and now I feel good 🙏🏿🤩 thanks
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