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Weight bearing for 50%
Hai last 6 weeks ago had surgery for ORIF WITH ANTI LATERAL PLATE FIXATION OF PROXIMAL TIBIA for my left fractured leg , I WAS ADVISED 50% WEIGHT BEARING WALKING, now for walking with 50% weight bearing can I use single elbow crutch or else I need to use Walker
The main issue is I need to go back to my work
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You can use elbow crutch make sure you give only 50%weight and get you knee movements full
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It is a well done job.
You may start with elbow crunches for a short distance.
Then gradually increase distance, if you tolerate it well
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