What are the symptoms of a torn Achilles tendon?

What are the symptoms of a torn Achilles tendon?

The classic sign of a ruptured Achilles tendon is feeling (and sometimes hearing) a pop or snap at the back of your ankle. People often mistakenly think something has hit them, but they’re actually feeling the tendon snap.

Other common symptoms include:

• Sharp, sudden pain in the back of the ankle near the heel.
• Swelling and bruising in the back of the ankle.
• Pain when walking, especially upstairs or uphill.
• Tenderness in the spot where the tendon is torn.