Ruptured Achilles Tendon Trial: Comparing operative and non-operative management for patients with rupture of the Achilles tendon using immediate weight bearing

A randomised pilot trial of operative versus non-operative management using immediate weight bearing rehabilitation

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Interventional

Source

ISRCTN

Registry ID

ISRCTN29053307

Enrollment

Registered

2010-08-11

Start date

2007-08-01

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2015-01-13

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Conditions

Achilles tendon rupture Injury, Occupational Diseases, Poisoning Dislocation, sprain and strain of joints and ligaments at ankle and foot level

Interventions

1. Operative Managment: Method left to the discretion of the operating surgeon, followed by immediate weight bearing within an orthotic boot for eight weeks 2. Non-operative management: Same rehabilit

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

All

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1. Acute Achilles tendon rupture (presentation within 10 days) 2. Over 18 years

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1. Re-rupture 2. Any other serious injuries to either lower limb that would interfere with rehabilitation 3. Poor circulation in the legs 4. Contraindication to surgery

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Disability Rating Index (DRI) at 2, 6, 12 weeks and 6 and 9 months	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
1. EQ-5D 2. Achilles tendon rupture score (ATRS) 3. Complications All outcomes measured at 2, 6, 12 weeks and 6 and 9 months.	—

Countries

United Kingdom

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ISRCTN (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Mar 29, 2026