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I got a real bad tibia/fibula break and got a metal brace on my leg had it for three months how long before i probably be able to walk again?
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See below: This depends on many factors including, previous and present health status, any coexisting medical problems, severity of the injury, diet, ability to heal, age and many other variables. Talk to you orthopedist for a better estimate.
Answered 7/18/2013
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