Question 1

can you walk on a broken ankle?

Accepted Answer

Broken Ankle: No you shouldn't walk on it if you want it to heal the correct way and not prolong the healing.

Question 2

should it be okay to walk on my broken ankle?

Accepted Answer

Have you seen the Dr: If you have a broken ankle, i hope that that was already evaluated by a foot/ankle specialist.  Depending on the type of break (fracture) and how long the condition has been treated, will dictate if it is safe to walk.  Fractures typically take 6-8 weeks to heal.  Without knowing what kind of break you have, you need to have the doctor that diagnosed your condition re-evaluate it and advise.

Question 3

how long will it take before i can walk after a broken ankle?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on how severe the fracture, which bones and how treated.

Question 4

is it a bad idea to walk on a broken ankle?

Accepted Answer

If unprotected: It may be okay depending on the x-rays but even if stable i would want it protected like in a cam walker boot, or something to keep stability. Always follow the guidelines set by your doctor who made the diagnosis.

Question 5

is it possible to walk on a broken ankle in a cast thats in a walking boot?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is: If doctor give you the permission to do that.

Question 6

can i walk on tiptoe with a broken ankle?

Accepted Answer

If hurts=NO: Pain is a sign that there is a problem. A "broken" ankle initially requires casting or bracing with altered weight bearing (crutches). As the fracture become more stable due to healing you can place more weight on it . Toe touch walking in the first step in progress weight bearing as tolerated.

Question 7

what to do if i have a broken ankle and can't walk, what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Go to doc: See a foot/ankle specialist.  The fact you can't walk on it, is serious.  You need to get your foot examined and an x-ray taken.  Once the severity of your injury has been determined, a treatment plan can be initiated.

Question 8

i have removed my broken ankle plaster and i have started to walk with crutches and my ankle is paining. is it still broken?

Accepted Answer

YOU removed cast?: Call your doctor.  Your foot was casted for a reason in order to immobilize and protect it.  If the plaster cast broke, it may have been from too much pressure.  Don't walk on it and use your crutches to stay non-weightbearing until you can get it assessed.

Question 9

i just got my cast off from a broken ankle, how long will it take  to walk without pain?

Accepted Answer

Speak to your doctor: Several weeks, but if pain is bad you need to discuss this with your doctor.

Question 10

i just had my cast taken off my broken ankle, and i'm supposed to walk on it but it feels very weird when i try?

Accepted Answer

It will come back: Just few steps at time with comfort, the reason for the weird feeling is the muscles are weak but will be okay. Good luck.

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