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Distal fibula hairline fracture
I have distal fibula hairline fracture and doctor has put plaster for 2 months and asked not to put any weight during this time.
I want to ask that after 2 months what will be the procedure. Will I be able to walk without any support after cast opens?
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Kindly share the xrays.
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Start physiotherapy, ankle range of movements, followed by partial weight bearing followed by total weight bearing
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Initial walk with support than walk without support
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Dr. Vilas P Chavan
Orthopedic surgeon
9 yrs exp
Pune
After 6wk Repeat x-ray
If all going well you can remove plaster and start partial weight bearing
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continue Calcium Tablet
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