Partial tear Achilles Tendon

[physiobob]

A partial tear should be considered the same as a full tear in terms of the immediate rest etc. Unfortunately you've played the game wrong in terms of the Achilles but that was your choice. You should have at least gone on holiday in a boot. X-rays won't show up the damage. A dynamic assessment of the achilles with ultrasound is a useful tool. Maybe there's some internal fibre rupture in there and that's why the fluid is contained. I would tend to do a physical assessment of your ability to use the achilles. the should lead to more insight into the area where the tear is and perhaps you then need a follow-up MRI. It does sound like you need conservative management now. I'd be getting into a boot while I await the appointment as a caution.