Question 1

hello: 
i was a broken ankle bone, specifically in the talus before 90 days now can i put my body weight and i walk on the ground, what do you think

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Physical Restrctions: The answer to this question much come from your orthopedic physician as he know the severity of the injury and the healing process.

Question 2

would they put a cast on it right away if you have a broken ankle?

Accepted Answer

Not always: If you have severe swelling they may wait 24-48 hours to put on a cast.

Question 3

broken ankle surgery three weeks after i am on 50% weight bearing. i'm nervous. any tips?

Accepted Answer

Half way There.: The best tip is follow your doctors orders. His treatment plan was determined by the specifics of your injury, the physiology of bone healing and his experience.

Question 4

my cast is hurting my broken ankle small break should i remove and put on tensor bandage and stay off it?

Accepted Answer

You should : Contact the doctor who put it on and ask them what you should do. If you can't get a hold of him, then you need to make sure the cast is not causing a problem like cutting off circulation, or impinging on a nerve ( you would feel numbness, shooting or burning.) or possibly irritating your skin causing an abrasion or ulceration. If so an urgent care center can make a posterior splint for you.

Question 5

i had surgery for a screw to be put in to help heal my broken ankle and then had it removed, but i still have pain sometimes. any suggestions?

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Follow-up: Continued pain after a broken ankle is common, often another procedure is necessary. See your surgeon for new x-rays and an exam.

Question 6

i had surgery for a broken ankle 3 weeks ago. my dr said not to put pressure on it but i can walk on that leg but it's unstable. is it okay to drive?

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Ask your surgeon: Do not attempt without consulting surgeon. Just curious, which ankle is it. If it is your driving foot this will obviously have a significant effect.

Question 7

what is the typical weight bearing progression after broken ankle (it required surgery). i will be using an air cast for physio?

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It depends: It depends on the type of fracture and the surgery that was done. You should address the question to the doctor who performed the surgery.

Question 8

broken ankle, surgery, nwb 8 wks. on wk 7. any tips as i start gradual weight bearing, please? i'm a bit nervous to start. no pt ordered or walk boot.

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With doc's ok: If your doctor has ok'ed you to start putting weight on it without the need for a brace, it is "progressive weight bearing as tolerated." you start with your crutches just putting the weight of your leg down on the ground. Slow progress usual over 1-2 week to partial weight bearing (still with both crutches) then. If ok at week 10 full weight as tolerated. Ask doc for pt prescription.

Question 9

i am 1 year post op for removing a screw that was put in for a broken ankle, and i still have pain when i walk for a long time. can therapy help?

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Possibly: If the initial ankle injury involved the joint surface, pain can persist for a long time.  Anytime a joint is involved in injury it is possible for post traumatic arthritis to set in.  If no joint involvement then stability and functional issues can create pain, both of which are improved with physical therapy.  Bracing and orthotics can provide functional stability and pain reduction also.

Question 10

i broke my ankle.  the doctor said it was on a non weight bearing bone. i was given an air cast. will i need anything else? it has been a week since i went to the er with the broken ankle. is it likely that i will need a hard cast or could this be it? i h

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I : I am sure the er gave you instructions for outpatient follow up which more likely than not included seeing an orthopedist. You are clearly cutting corners putting yourself at risk. By giving you the split and crutches the er doctor did his due diligence. You are not doing yours. The final outcome is on you.

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Hello: i was a broken ankle bone, specifically in the talus before 90 days now can i put my body weight and i walk on the ground, what do you think

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Would they put a cast on it right away if you have a broken ankle?

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Broken ankle surgery three weeks after i am on 50% weight bearing. i'm nervous. any tips?

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My cast is hurting my broken ankle small break should i remove and put on tensor bandage and stay off it?

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I had surgery for a screw to be put in to help heal my broken ankle and then had it removed, but i still have pain sometimes. any suggestions?

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I had surgery for a broken ankle 3 weeks ago. my dr said not to put pressure on it but i can walk on that leg but it's unstable. is it okay to drive?

A member asked:

What is the typical weight bearing progression after broken ankle (it required surgery). i will be using an air cast for physio?

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Broken ankle, surgery, nwb 8 wks. on wk 7. any tips as i start gradual weight bearing, please? i'm a bit nervous to start. no pt ordered or walk boot.

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I am 1 year post op for removing a screw that was put in for a broken ankle, and i still have pain when i walk for a long time. can therapy help?

A member asked:

I broke my ankle. the doctor said it was on a non weight bearing bone. i was given an air cast. will i need anything else? it has been a week since i went to the er with the broken ankle. is it likely that i will need a hard cast or could this be it? i h

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