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6 weeks post orif - cast off and U.K. based

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rhian72755
rhian72755

i had orif after fracturing (5places) and dislocating my ankle. i had the cast removed yesterday and have a boot but my ankle feels so insecure. i am fine with boot on but scared and shakey when i take it off. i managed a bath today but had to hold bad leg.

i am a bit worried about my follow up. i know we are in the midst of a pandemic but i have been told i dont need to go back to fracture clinic. i have no idea how long to wear boot from and have to wait and hear about physio. i can put a small amount of weight on it when i am walking on crutches but i dont know what else to do. anyone else uk based just wondering if same situation with nhs elsewhere at the moment. thanks

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  • stacey1809
    stacey1809 rhian72755

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    Hi,

    I've had Orif too on the 7th Feb, my cast came off on the 18th Feb my surgeon has told me to non weight bear for 4 weeks following surgery. the doctor I saw on the 18th Feb told me to have the boot and try and weight bare but physio have said non weight bear for the full 4 weeks, which I'm going to do. you should ring your hospital and try n speak to somebody who can advise you. I personally think you should rest it's still early days, definetly don't try n walk with out your boot as it's there for support. Hope u get some help and make a quick recovery. I've heard it can take months. Stacey.

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