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I recently had ankle hardware removal surgery from a previous fracture. i was told to elevate the foot. how long should i do this for? is there a diminishing return since the normal blood flow is part of the healing process?

Q: i recently had ankle hardware removal surgery from a previous fracture. i was told to elevate the foot. how long should i do this for? is there a diminishing return since the normal blood flow is part of the healing process?

: You can elevate the foot for a long duration . Blood circulation continues to it normally despite elevation and will not affect healing.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

You can elevate the foot for a long duration . Blood circulation continues to it normally despite elevation and will not affect healing.

Answered 10/11/2021

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A member asked:

I recently had ankle hardware removal surgery from a previous fracture. i was told to elevate the foot. how long should i do this for? is there a diminishing return since the normal blood flow is part of the healing process?

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