How long does it take to recover from an avulsion fracture that’s not very serious?

Avulsion fracture is not very serious, the specific recovery time needs to depend on the patient’s condition, age, physical fitness and other comprehensive conditions, the general recovery time is about 5~8 months Patients should go to the hospital in time. If the fracture site is not sensitive, the general recovery is faster, usually it takes 5~6 months to return to normal, and the impact on the body is also smaller. However, if a patient does not go to the hospital in time after an avulsion fracture and the fracture site is sensitive, the damage to the bones may generally be aggravated and the patient may take 6~7 months to recover. Some patients who are less fit and older may take up to 8 months to heal. During the recovery period, patients should perform rehabilitation exercises under the guidance of the doctor, and also pay attention to maintaining sufficient rest. Diet should be rich in vitamins and proteins to enhance the nutritional status of the body. Meanwhile, patients should have regular outpatient follow-ups, and should go to the hospital in time if they have any uncomfortable symptoms.