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Broken ankle, surgery, nwb 8 wks. on wk 7. any tips as i start gradual weight bearing, please? i'm a bit nervous to start. no pt ordered or walk boot.
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With doc's ok: If your doctor has ok'ed you to start putting weight on it without the need for a brace, it is "progressive weight bearing as tolerated." you start with your crutches just putting the weight of your leg down on the ground. Slow progress usual over 1-2 week to partial weight bearing (still with both crutches) then. If ok at week 10 full weight as tolerated. Ask doc for pt prescription.
Answered 4/25/2016
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Return to surgeon: Go back to your surgeon that corrected the broken ankle and tell him/ her your concerns, and that you would like a low profile walking cast boot to help with partial weight bearing. Also ask him /her if physical therapy is needed.
Answered 9/28/2016
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