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11 wks post op orif ankle. have ligament laxity. ankle ok- but foot having trouble. have nerve & arch pain. will walk again? how much nerve pain ok?

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Dr. John Rhoades answered

Ortho to answer: our questions should be addressed by Ortho who did the surg. Without all the details, the op report, etc, it is impossible to give an answer.

Answered 8/2/2015

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A member asked:

11 wks post op orif ankle. have ligament laxity. ankle ok- but foot having trouble. have nerve & arch pain. will walk again? how much nerve pain ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Rhoades answered

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