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Broken Tibia
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I broke my tibia about 4 weeks ago and I've been in cast since them without surgery.( Result of x-ray attached) pls I've some questions to ask.
1. How long do I have to wear the POP before it's removed
2. How long before I can have partial weight bearing on the leg
3. What is this type of fracture called
4. How long for this fracture to heal for me to walk without crutches?
5. I used Fredcal 500mg twice daily for calcium. Is this a good drug
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Hi,
Wear the pop for another 2 weeks.
After 2 weeks start partial weight bearing.
This is called a tibia fracture.
In 3 months you can walk mostly normally
Use injection vitamin d to ensure good healing
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