“How long after ankle fracture surgery can I walk?”
I had surgery for a fractured ankle. How long after ankle fracture surgery can I walk?
8 Answers
To get the most accurate information tailored to your specific case, I recommend scheduling a consultation with Dr. Jose Loor at DeLoor Podiatry. He can review your medical history, assess your current condition, and provide personalized guidance on your recovery timeline.
Booking an appointment is simple; just visit joseloorpodiatry.com or call (646) 631-8861 to secure your consultation with Dr. Loor.
Booking an appointment is simple; just visit joseloorpodiatry.com or call (646) 631-8861 to secure your consultation with Dr. Loor.
Depends on the type of fracture usually 1 month
The ability to walk and weight bear after an ankle fracture surgery varies depending on the severity of the fracture and extent of repair that was needed. It can range from 3 weeks to 3 months. For more specific answers and timelines, I advise that you contact your surgeon who is familiar with your injury, surgery, and medical history.
It depends on the extent of the damage that was done to the ankle and how well the fracture has been fixated. I would suggest you speak with your surgeon to ask him when you start walking on your. Jonathan M. Kletz, DPM Texas Foot WorksDallas, Athens and Gun Barrel City Texas214-340-8885
A foot and ankle surgeon will typically keep their patients non-weightbearing anywhere from 4-6 weeks to a few months depending on the severity of the fracture.
An ankle fracture usually is healed in about 6-8 weeks, as far as the bones are concerned. As long as you don't have any tendon involvement or damage, and the bones heal well, you should be walking in about 6-8 weeks. This may be in a walking boot for a while, depending on what your surgeon thinks is necessary
I recommend you discuss with your surgeon for the timetable to begin walking in your particular case
Depends on the fracture. Is it malleolus, talus, or tibia? How stable is the repair? Need your surgeon's advice.
