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Suggest Treatment For Broken Ankle
Question: I have a broken ankle in 3 places on my right foot with a cast a limitless below my knee. On my left foot I have a mild fracture on two toes...how can I keep myself active because I'm afraid of blood clots. I also sprained my neck and lower back.
Brief Answer:
physiotherapy
Detailed Answer:
Hi, I m dr Alok, pleased to answer your health related queries
Yes you need to do physiotherapy, not only to prevent blood clot but also to prevent muscle weakness and stiffening.
But as it is fracture, you need to see a physiotherapist for right exercise and in right manner
I also advice you to take calcium and vitamin D supplement. And if require bone protecting medicine bisphosphonate after discussing with your doctor
Takecare
physiotherapy
Detailed Answer:
Hi, I m dr Alok, pleased to answer your health related queries
Yes you need to do physiotherapy, not only to prevent blood clot but also to prevent muscle weakness and stiffening.
But as it is fracture, you need to see a physiotherapist for right exercise and in right manner
I also advice you to take calcium and vitamin D supplement. And if require bone protecting medicine bisphosphonate after discussing with your doctor
Takecare
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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