A 48-year-old healthy and active “weekend warrior” sustains…
A 48-year-old healthy and active “weekend warrior” sustains a complete mid-substance Achilles tendon rupture while playing basketball. After an orthopedic consultation, they are deemed a good candidate for either surgical repair or non-operative management. The patient is weighing the pros and cons of each approach. Which of the following statements is most accurate when counseling the patient on the differences between the two treatment options?