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Achilles Tendon Ruptures: To Repair Or Not To Repair? Let's Talk Evidence.

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In June, one of the NBA's transformative stars, Kevin Durant, underwent surgery for a ruptured right Achilles tendon. Will he be the same player after he returns? The future is uncertain. However the bigger question is, should he have had the surgery in the first place?

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Darren Presley 2019-07-08

Sports Medicine Specialist - Canada

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