Bimalleolar ankle not joined

2017-08-10 17:44:05
Its 40 days my bimalleolar ankle. Few days i got half plaster due to cuts and then full plaster kept for 15-16days one side got joined but one side dint join still swelling and pain. Please suggest will it join without plaster. Note- did not perform any surgery. Dont know how to attach xray here.
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Noting can be said before seeing x ray Go to your near by orthopaedic doctor if you are in delhi than came to my clinic

Answered2017-08-13 10:59:02

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Can't assure the fracture will join in 40 days . Start gradual mobilization of ankle with partial weight bearing

Answered2017-08-13 10:14:58

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If medial malleolous is not joined then it will require surgery

Answered2017-08-13 10:13:47

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