Achilles injuries are rare, but doctors say they’ve seen a significant uptick in the number of cases in the last few years. Experts explain your treatment options.

Jayson Tatum's Achilles tendon tear, one he suffered during the Boston Celtics' Eastern Conference Semifinals series loss to the New York Knicks, has not caused

Brian Branch had surgery to repair torn Achilles tendon. The expectation is he'll be back at some point in 2026 season, Lions coach Dan Campbell said.

Jayson Tatum is making strong progress in the rehab process from his ruptured right Achilles tendon. The Celtics star posted videos on his social media accounts showcasing him playing 1-on-1 with Celtics assistant coaches at the Auerbach Center.

Lions safety Brian Branch had successful surgery to repair his torn Achilles tendon. Detroit head coach Dan Campbell said today that the report he got after Branch’s surgery was promising, and that Branch should have a typical recovery time for an Achilles injury.

Jayson Tatum has been in regular contact with former Boston Celtics teammate Blake Griffin since tearing his Achilles tendon during the team's Eastern Conferenc

Dan Campbell said the tendon is repaired, “and it sounds like everything went well.” When it comes to a timeline, the Lions coach said they were told the standard eight to 12-month recovery process. Branch is out for the rest of the season, and this injury could cut into next season based on that timeline.

Several pro athletes in Indianapolis have suffered injuries to their Achilles tendon in recent months, but doctors say the risk is real for "weekend warriors," too.