It takes about 3 months to return to normal walking with a tibial plateau fracture. A tibial plateau fracture, clinically known as a tibial plateau cleavage fracture, is a break in the continuity of the bone, with a cleft in the bone but no significant displacement. A fracture of the tibial plateau does not routinely require surgical treatment, but requires immobilization in a cast or brace for about 6-8 weeks, and can be partially weight-bearing on crutches at about 2 months, but it will take up to 3 months to fully resume normal walking. The recovery time of cleavage fracture of tibial plateau is related to the patient’s age, individual physical condition, general nutritional status and the presence of underlying diseases. For example, if the patient is young, in good physical condition, with good quality protein as well as fresh fruits and vegetables, no complications during bed rest, no underlying diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, coronary heart disease, etc., the recovery time may be relatively earlier, and vice versa.