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Surgery on medial malleolus 7 weeks ago, surgeon said wear boot for 6 more weeks, can i go to gym and workout all rest of my body n light leg workout?
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Yes: You can usually do any exercise you can do in the brace as long as it doesn't hurt. Exercises for the ankle should be prescribed by the doctor and followed by the physical therapist
Answered 5/13/2014
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