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I am now at 5 weeks after maisonette fracture and 2 after ankle surgery with screw fixation, where should i give more emphasize in my rehab schedule?
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Range of motion: Discuss what specific things you should be doing with your surgeon, based on which bones were fused.
Answered 4/21/2013
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Range of motion: After immobilizing your healing ankle fracture, you will ned to focus on regaining your normal range of motion as well as a leg muscle strengthening program. Proprioception and balance training will also be a part of your rehabilitation.
Answered 5/31/2016
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