How long does it take to heal from a broken ankle

The recovery time for ankle fracture is around three months. At the initial stage of ankle fracture, the most important thing is to have an X-ray examination to clarify the alignment and line of the fracture. If the ankle fracture is in good alignment and alignment, and the joint surface is relatively flat, it can be treated directly with cast braking. During the braking period, the foot should be elevated, which is conducive to the reduction of the swelling of the ankle. After six weeks of braking, X-rays can be taken, and if it is clear that there is scab formation at the fracture end, then the cast can be removed and functional training of the ankle can be carried out. One month after the cast is removed is the key period for functional training of the ankle joint, and full-range functional training such as dorsiflexion, flexion, inversion, and eversion of the ankle joint should be carried out to reach the normal level as much as possible within one month. Full recovery of ankle joint function is usually around three months.