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A member asked:
9th week after ankle surgery, and still need 2 crutches to walk with limp. is this normal? swelling & pain in ankle. when can i walk without crutches?
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Good question : Ask your physician. The answer depends on what the amount of damage was, what the diagnosis was, what the uextent was etc.
Answered 9/13/2017
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Shake, rattle, roll.: There is ankle surgery and there is ankle surgery. Depending on the extent of the damage and repair, the time until resolution varies greatly. Swelling and pain can be a sign of some degree of instability. Ask the surgeon as to his take on your healing.
Answered 9/13/2017
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Varies: It really depends on the nature of the condition and the surgery you had. Don't hesitate to discuss directly with your physician.
Answered 9/13/2017
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