How soon can you walk normally after a tibiofibular fracture?

It usually takes 8 to 14 weeks after tibial fibula fracture surgery before you can walk normally. The actual time to walk normally is related to the condition and recovery. 1. Simple tibiofibular fracture: after surgical fixation, local braking, strengthening exercise and elevation of the affected limb, the initial bone healing can be achieved in 8 to 12 weeks, and X-ray can confirm the disappearance of the fracture line, and the patient can walk normally with weight bearing. 2. Comminuted tibiofibular fracture: the patient’s localization is only relatively stable after the operation, and needs to be assisted with external fixation and rehabilitation exercises, usually 10 to 14 weeks to achieve clinical bone healing. After reviewing the X-ray, if there is no obvious abnormality and scab formation, you can walk on the ground. Radiographs should be taken before walking with full weight bearing to observe the healing of the fracture. In the process of functional training, it should be necessary to adhere to the treatment principle of gradual and moderate, and pay attention to appropriate rest and exercise. At the same time, within one year after the operation, X-ray review should be carried out in the hospital every 2 to 3 months to keep abreast of the fracture healing. Tibiofibular fracture should follow the doctor’s instructions to standardize the treatment, timely review, and follow the doctor’s instructions for rehabilitation activities.