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How Long Does It Take To Recover From Shinbone Injury?
I injured my leg in a skiing accident last weekend. I hit a tree at low pace and my physio has diagnosed bone bruising at the top of the shin beneath the knee. This happened a week ago and I have discolouration and pain in the area. What is the healing time frame as I m skiing again in 16 days and are there any exercises I can do to maintain leg strength for skiing without placing undue stress on the injury. Thanks, Paul (Sydney Australia)
Fri, 15 May 2020
Hello,
In general, recovery for a tibia/fibula fracture takes about three to six months while stress fractures usually take six to eight weeks. The healing time can be quicker by taking the right steps.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
In general, recovery for a tibia/fibula fracture takes about three to six months while stress fractures usually take six to eight weeks. The healing time can be quicker by taking the right steps.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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