How long it takes to walk after the ankle plate is removed depends on the patient’s recovery, usually it takes about 2 weeks to walk on the ground gradually, some patients need more time.
As the leftover nail holes in the ankle lead to insufficient local bone strength and the wound has not yet healed, walking on the ground too early may cause re-fracture, wound dehiscence, infection, etc. Therefore, it is generally recommended that after 2 weeks after the removal of the plate, when the local incision has basically healed, the patient can use crutches and other auxiliary tools to walk on the ground gradually, but do not overweight bearing.
It is recommended that patients who have had their ankle plates removed should take sufficient rest, avoid strenuous activities that may cause secondary injuries, go to the hospital for regular checkups, and carry out rehabilitation training under the guidance of the doctor.