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Achilles tendon tear, tendonitis and rupture treated by stem cells and regenerative medical therapy

March 31, 2026
Explore our regenerative medical therapy services for foot and ankle conditions,
including stem cells, laser therapy, shock wave therapy, Liposona fat pad augmentation, and peptides.
With our Regenerative Medical Therapy, Dr. Singh can treat many foot and ankle problems without major surgery, so schedule an appointment to discuss your Achilles pain or rupture.

 

Achilles tendon tears and ruptures as well as tendinitis are extremely common disease especially in athletes. There is tremendous amount of pain in inability to ambulate. There is sports abilities have now been limited because of this painful injury.  Common treatment include surgeries in which the patient has to be immobilized for 3 or 4 months.   And there is no guarantee that the strength will be back.

At the comprehensive foot and ankle Institute we specialize in the use of stem cells and regenerative medical therapy. The stem cells are injected directly into the area of the injury. The body then regenerates tissue around the area to allow for healing to occur. And we can do this without surgery.

 

Our innovative regenerative medical therapy includes laser therapy red light shockwave therapy stem cell therapy as well as fat cell implantations. Our patients are able to heal faster than traditional surgeries. Please contact us if you would like to have a more modern type of procedures than the traditional surgeries.

About the Author

Dr. Sutpal Singh, DPM, FACFAS

Board-Certified Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Dr. Sutpal Singh is a third-generation physician and double board-certified foot and ankle surgeon with over 30 years of experience. A UCLA honors graduate in Biochemistry, he completed his medical education at the California College of Podiatric Medicine and surgical residency at VA West LA. Dr. Singh holds advanced fellowship training from the Russian Ilizarov Scientific Centre, Duke University Medical Center, Johns Hopkins University, and Columbia Presbyterian — specializing in complex reconstruction, minimal incision surgery, and peripheral nerve surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (FACFAS) and a certified specialist in Regenerative Podiatric Medicine. At the Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Institute in Hoffman Estates, IL, Dr. Singh offers innovative alternatives to traditional surgery — including stem cell therapy, Class IV laser therapy, and shockwave treatment — with a focus on restoring mobility and quality of life.