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I ruptured my right achilles tendon playing basketball…in a staff/student basketball game! I shot a foul shot, missed and went in for the rebound. I thought someone stepped on the back of my foot and I heard a zipping sound. Didn’t feel a lot of pain but I remember saying, “the floor feels crooked” over and over. The injury happened in front of 500 students and staff. I kind of wish it was more dramatic or “cool” looking but alas…
I had surgery 9 days after the rupture. I’m currently 17 post surgery, foot in neutral position in a cast. Doing OK mentally. The first few weeks were especially hard. I have a 4 year old and an 18 month old. Haven’t been able to care for them like I want, tuck them in bed, etc. My husband and family have been so helpful. But as you all know, it’s hard. I get my boot in 2 weeks (4 weeks postop) and I can’t wait to soak it in the tub.