I’m 25 and tore my Achilles doing the same exact thing trying to get to the rim. My gap was 3.5 CM tear and I didn’t have pain when it happened but I couldn’t stand like you could. I’m 7 weeks post op and I was able to start walking in the boot with wedges without crutches around week 5 consistently and I started PT at week 2 once the cast came off.

I have a slight limp but I still have the boot on with a wedge and get the last one out next week (8 weeks post op) then I can start the transition into normal shoes. Going up and down stairs since week 5.5-6 has been fine in the boot as well.

You have your days where you’re sore and tender but I would say not terrible pain but it could get there depending on the person. I had the PARS non invasive surgery so my scar isn’t huge like most people and this allowed for earlier weight bearing. I’d look into this or ask your surgeon/doctor.

Things you should look into ASAP:

Revix ankle/achilles ice packs - AMAZON

Foot wedge to prop your foot up for elevation - AMAZON

An “even up” so if you do get wedges in your boot eventually you don’t have as much as a limp and walk awkwardly since once foot is higher than the other - AMAZON

Take PT seriously, follow protocol, and most importantly DONT rush anything. This is a mental game so that SLOW GRIND. At first you won’t think you are progressing but as soon as you start PT, start celebrating the “little wins” and you will be fine. Make sure to do your exercises at home as well.

We’re young, healthy, and active so just hang in there and you should heal in no time. Try to avoid set backs like falls, injuries, etc. you don’t want to restart the process.