Is Aaron Rodgers experiencing a miraculous recovery based on his unique beliefs?
Aaron Rodgers seems to be progressing remarkably well in his recuperation after tearing his Achilles tendon during the fourth offensive snap of the 2023 NFL season. Surprisingly, the 39-year-old quarterback was already walking without crutches or a boot on Sunday, October 1, which was less than a month after the injury.
While I’m not a medical professional, it’s essential to recognize that each person’s recovery timeline can vary.
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However, according to the Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University, male patients aged 30-50 with a torn Achilles tendon typically require at least two weeks of immobilization. Following that, a walking boot is typically needed for about eight weeks. Around the two-month mark, patients typically start transitioning out of the boot and begin walking in a shoe with a natural ankle position.
The Hospital for Special Surgery states that “patients can expect three to four weeks of immobilization, non-weightbearing (using crutches).” It further mentions that most patients begin bearing weight on their foot four weeks after surgery.
Aaron Rodgers tore his Achilles tendon on September 11, had surgery on September 13, which involved the placement of an internal brace called a “speed bridge” on his ruptured Achilles, and expressed hope for a possible return this season.
By the timelines provided by Ohio State and the Hospital for Special Surgery, Rodgers should have had his Achilles immobilized until at least September 27, after which he would have started walking with crutches in a boot.
Surprisingly, on October 1, he was seen walking without crutches or a boot, to some extent.
During Week 3’s game, Rodgers spent most of the time in an aircast with crutches to assist in walking, but he didn’t wear a boot.
Notably, just a few hours earlier, Rodgers demonstrated that he could walk without crutches or a boot in a clip from the latest episode of New York’s in-house documentary series, ‘One Jets Drive,’ which provided an inside look at his recovery.
While he exhibited a slight limp, he moved relatively quickly and appeared to be free of any visible pain. He even moved a chair and sat down without assistance.
Rodgers was walking without a boot or crutches less than a month after surgery to repair a fully torn Achilles tendon.
The possibility arises: could Rodgers be healing more rapidly than the norm due to advances in Achilles recovery? Nonetheless, it’s important to acknowledge that his situation may not be significantly different from that of others who have experienced a torn Achilles.
