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Load bearing after Femur neck fracture
Wanted to by when to start the load bearing after Femur neck fracture surgery (CC screws) and how to increase the load bearing to 100%
At present I am using walker.
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No weight bearing until fracture is united as confirmed by xrays or CT scan.
If united, then gradual return to usual activities.
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Non weight bearing walking from next day.
Toe walking at 2-3 weeks, depending on construction.
Partial weight bearing by 3-4 weeks.
Then gradually full weight bearing.
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Discuss with your surgeon.
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