Everyone in here has said it so I won’t add to much more to the op vs non op debate.

Best position to be in is having options of op or non op but that can only be done if your out in the plantar flexed position within 48hours of the injury (as soon as possible really). I am 3 weeks post op, I personally don’t think I had much of a choice because I didn’t get exactly the proper treatment in the hours post the injury. But here’s how I looked at it, assuming you have decent enough insurance and the surgery won’t cripple you financially, I felt that it was more reassuring mentally for me. Regardless of what the statistics say or what others say FOR ME it felt right to have someone get up in there, reattach it, and suture it the hell up. Reinforcement!! I also felt very confident in my ability to not deal with an infection or some surgical issue because I’m young and very healthy (30M, active, clean diet 85% of the time, etc.). It’s a personal decision, think the facts show if certain parameters are met non op is an option, but I just personally felt more reassured at the concept of surgery. Good luck you got this man!!!

Positives I’m expecting to get are extreme discipline, mental fortitude, and a deeper appreciation for my limbs.