Question 1

how long does it take for ankle fibula to heal?

Accepted Answer

If fractured: It takes 6-8 weeks on average.

Question 2

pain on outside of ankle from broken fibula. is this normal or should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Broken bones: Hurt, how long ago was in injured? Was there surgery involved? How bad was the break? How did it occur? What other damage was there? What have you tried to relieve the pain? What does the pain feel like?

Question 3

two weeks with a borken fibula ankle x3 still waiting for ortho refferal how long should i wait.

Accepted Answer

See details: You waited far too long already. Demand a referral now from your primary care or go to an urgent care center.

Question 4

i began running about 7 months again and a few weeks in, i began experiencing fibula pain. the pain is located a couple of inches above the ankle. i stopped running for 3 months until they didnt hurt. i began running again and the pain has returned?

Accepted Answer

: Sounds like whatever it is it is related to running.  Your body is talking to you.  Take notes and share with your Dr.

Question 5

is the fibula an tibia  called the ankle or leg?

Accepted Answer

Lower leg: The fibula and tibia are the bones in the lower leg. They articulate (connect) with the talus to form the bones of the ankle joint.

Question 6

how much time does it take to heal from a spiral fractured fibula (at ankle area)?

Accepted Answer

Fracture: bone typically takes between 6-8 weeks to heal itself.
primary healing is faster - through surgery - the fracture is reduced, fixated and heals 4-5 weeks.
secondary healing is slower - the bone is not fixated - may be casted, the body forms a blood clot that calcifies and becomes bone. 6-8 weeks

Question 7

pain every day in my right ankle/fibula after ive had surgery on it back in 2017/2018?

Accepted Answer

Pain: Do you have a plate. If so, talking to your orhto and considering moving the plate may be of help.

Question 8

can you tell me how long does it take to heal from a "spiral" fractured fibula (at ankle area)?

Accepted Answer

About 6 weeks : Typically about 6 weeks.   This can take longer if you have diabetes, poor bone quality or smoke.

Question 9

i am having pain at the end of my left fibula at the top of my ankle. this has been going on for approx 9 months. what could cause this? i can still walk but on a painful leg?

Accepted Answer

: I assume there has been no obvious history of trauma or severe ankle sprain.It's time to get an accurate diagnosis. It could be a stress fracture, other bone pathology or.ligament damage. Consult your MD or an orthopedic surgeon for evaluation. An X-Ray will most likely be recommended.

Question 10

what is the usual recovery time for a fractured fibula in the ankle?

Accepted Answer

Fibula fracture: A standard fractured bone that is in place without major displacement takes 8 to 12 weeks to heal in a healthy person with proper immobilization. Smoking, diabetes, osteoporosis, and other chronic conditions can prolong or delay this healing. Premature mobilization or weight bearing on the extremity could also cause delayed or non healing.

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Pain on outside of ankle from broken fibula. is this normal or should i be concerned?

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Two weeks with a borken fibula ankle x3 still waiting for ortho refferal how long should i wait.

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I began running about 7 months again and a few weeks in, i began experiencing fibula pain. the pain is located a couple of inches above the ankle. i stopped running for 3 months until they didnt hurt. i began running again and the pain has returned?

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Is the fibula an tibia called the ankle or leg?

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How much time does it take to heal from a spiral fractured fibula (at ankle area)?

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Can you tell me how long does it take to heal from a "spiral" fractured fibula (at ankle area)?

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I am having pain at the end of my left fibula at the top of my ankle. this has been going on for approx 9 months. what could cause this? i can still walk but on a painful leg?

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What is the usual recovery time for a fractured fibula in the ankle?

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