What Causes Soreness In Fractured Leg After Walking Without Crutches?

Posted on Thu, 15 Jan 2015

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Question : I broke my ankle on December the 7th. a week later had surgery. 9 screws and a plate. I broke my fibula and cracked it. yesterday. I accidentally took three steps without my crutches. it is really swore but not swollen. could I have rebroke it

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Less likely. Get an X-ray done.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The soreness without a swelling in the area is less likely to be due to a fractured bone. But the only way to detect about a fracture is getting an X-ray done.
Avoid weight bearing on the foot till then. If there is a sharp sudden pain on weight bearing then a bone injury is likely.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
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Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (47 minutes later)

Thanks. That makes me feel better. I go to doctor In five days. I will use ice and no weight bearing until then ( baby it so to speak)

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You are welcome.

Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
Do keep the leg elevated on two pillows while resting in case there is any swelling. Get an X-ray done as soon as you see your doctor.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar