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Hi there, i fractured my lateral malleolus a little more than 5 weeks ago and although minimally displaced i did not require surgery and was put in an ankle boot. i went to see the doctor for an x-ray after 4 and a half weeks and it said it was starting t
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8 weeks: Most fibula fractures take about 8 weeks to heal, so you are well on your way.
Answered 11/10/2015
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HEALING: If it's healing, it will probably continue on that course.
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