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Suggest Precautionary Measures To Be Taken Post A Leg Fracture

Have fractured my left leg little finger. i am on cast since last 4 weeks . Doctor said need to take x ray after 4 weeks and then cut the plaster. Can u please let me know how much time it takes usually to heel and precautions to be taken after removal of cast
Tue, 25 Aug 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

Thanks for writing to us,

I have studied your case with diligence.

This may take 4 to 6 weeks for recovery.

Physiotherapy like ultrasound and TENS will help in early healing.
Exercises advised to you will help in early healing and reducing swelling.
You can continue use supportive splint or brace.

If still swelling remains persistent and numbness increases then we may need to further investigate like CT scan.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.

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Suggest Precautionary Measures To Be Taken Post A Leg Fracture

Hello, Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case with diligence. This may take 4 to 6 weeks for recovery. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and TENS will help in early healing. Exercises advised to you will help in early healing and reducing swelling. You can continue use supportive splint or brace. If still swelling remains persistent and numbness increases then we may need to further investigate like CT scan. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.