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How Long It Takes For A Bimalleolar Fracture To Heal?
doctor i had open reduction and internal fixation F L bimalleolar fracture at Ankle and have plate with 4 screw. this was happened on January 1st 2012.i want to know how long it will take to heal and is it ok if i go office with the help of clutches now.(after 4 weeks)
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Hello,
It will take around six to eight weeks. Physiotherapy can help in faster recovery.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It will take around six to eight weeks. Physiotherapy can help in faster recovery.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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