Abstract
A 15-year-old adolescent girl presented with a complete Achilles tendon rupture from playing netball, which was diagnosed 6 weeks later. Unfortunately, there was a significant deficit of 92 mm, and an allograft reconstruction was required to bridge the gap. Achilles tendon ruptures are rare in children and adolescents without a penetrating injury, but the diagnosis must not be missed. Achilles tendon ruptures should be considered in children with acute-onset ankle pain during running, jumping, or sudden dorsiflexion of the ankle. Tendon transfers and allograft may be required after rupture and retraction has occurred in subacute or chronic injuries.
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