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What is the treatment for lateral malleolar fracture & what. is the recovery time?
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Depends: A lateral malleolar fracture is at the fibula. Typically fractures take 6-8 weeks to heal but the recuperation is dependent on if the fracture is displaced or not because that will dictate the need for surgery, the extent of immobilization and whether weightbearing is allowed or not.
Answered 4/30/2014
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It depends...: It depends on a lot of factors i.E is it displaced, open, etc. You should see an orthopedic surgeon or a podiatrist.
Answered 10/30/2013
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Recovery time varies: Recover time will vary depending on many factors including age, general health of the patient, infection control, smoker or not, blood sugar control, the exact type of procedure, and post-operative and follow up care. Discuss it with your surgeon and get their opinion as to what they feel is a reasonable recovery time for you.
Answered 3/28/2014
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