A member asked:

What's the expert opinion, could the muscles be weak after only 3 weeks in a cylindrical leg cast?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Ki-Hon Lin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes: Yes, believe it or not, muscles can rapidly become weak after even brief periods of immobilization. Work hard on your rehab, though, and you should be able to restore those weak muscles. Good luck!

Answered 6/17/2013

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