Question3 months ago I was operated - numerous heel bone fractures in the left foot (titanium plate was put to fix the heel), 2-part fractured heel bone in the right foot (fixed by screw)plus talus fracture and metatersal fracture.
2 weeks after operation I was recommended to immobilize feet by wearing orthoses (day and night). The question is when I'm allowed to stand on my feet and try to walk with crutches?
I'm all in adrift - 3 doctors in Russia say 3 different opinions.
AnswerThis Chicago, South Loop & Elmhurst Orthopedic Podiatrist of AnklenfootCenters.com says.......
Dear Natalya,
It should take about 6-8 weeks for the heel fracture to heal.
It should take about 4-6 weeks for the metatarsal fracture to heal.
It should take about 6-8 weeks for the talus fracture to heal.
This is if the foot fractures had a good repair and are stable.
All foot fractures need to heal for best results. Three weeks is too soon to walk on a calcaneous(heel)fracture-unless it is well supported.That can only be with crutches & walking boots(like a removable cast).The foot should be moved when not walking if the fracture is stable to prevent stiffness-Get a fourth opinion-there should be a match of opinions. You will need physical therapy to help with the healing.
If you are overweight-losing the weight will help.
If the fractured heel,metatarsal,talus are stable then gentle weightbearing may be allowed. If it hurts-then you need to slow down.
Hope This Helps!
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