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Tibia Plateau Plate and Screw Removed
Got the hardest removed 3-4 days back, when should I be able to walk without support? How much bed rest I should take?
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Avoid weight bearing for 2 weeks.
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No need of strict bed rest, you can start with non weight bearing walking followed by partial weight bearing.
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Kimdly reaffirm the union of fractures.
Wait for the wound healing.
Start joint mobilizing exercises.
Gradually return to usual activities.
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Metal removal in above cases generallys start Range of motion exercises and Static and active Quadriceps/hamstring exercises straight away .Weight bearing as able with walker for 4 to 6 weeks. Start full weight bearing without support only after 6 weeks
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Your doctor will guide the best
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