Clinical Diagnosis, Treatment and Rehabilitation of Achilles Tendon Rupture

Achilles tendon rupture is a common global sports injury. It affects high-intensity players and middle-aged adults with degenerative changes, and harms patients motor function and daily life. This makes standardized diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation necessary. This study summarizes recent global advances in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation methods of this injury. It also offers targeted guidance for Chinese patients to manage the disease and discusses the prevention and control system for it. The study systematically introduces the disease status and treatment strategies based on epidemiological data. It covers diagnostic techniques such as ultrasound and MRI, new treatment options including minimally invasive surgical and non-surgical approaches, post-surgical rehabilitation measures and key precautions. Additionally, it explores ways to integrate national standardization requirements with characteristics of Chinese clinical practice. Results show that the PARS system has a lower re-rupture rate (2.1% vs. 5.7%) and enables faster healing within 2 weeks. Platelet-rich plasma can boost muscle wound healing effectiveness by 37%. Smart socks and sensors used after surgery can reduce stress on the recovering tendons by 34%. Portable ultrasound aided by AI achieves a diagnostic accuracy of up to 96.3%. Four clinical rehabilitation stages, including protection, loading-adaptation, functional recovery and re-entry, can support the recovery of patients motor function. The study aims to popularize small-incision surgical technology, ensure the implementation of effective rehabilitation measures and promote the standardization of Achilles tendon rupture management in China.