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How soon after patella fracture recommend return to work s/p fx on 11/27/13. ortho appt on12/10/13. wc insisting. floor nurse secure lock down unit.
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Patella fracture: Work release depends on your ability to do light duty. The fracture will not heal for 6 weeks. If you do sedentary work, you may be able to work during that healing time. Otherwise, you have to wait at least 6 weeks, get a xray, check on the healing of the fracture, and discuss your recovery with your surgeon.
Answered 9/28/2016
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