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Hi,
I have spiral fracture in my tibia bone above ankle. doctor fixed external fixator first due to wounds . after three months he applied the plaster. Doctor saying that after 5 weeks he will open the plaster and will see the condition of my leg. now 3 weeks passed. he asked me to apply some weight on leg for stimulation of bone. i just want to ask that after 5 weeks how much strength will be of my bone? means in how much more time i would be allright after opening of the plaster.
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replied January 12th, 2010
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I am sorry, but I can't answer this...I am neither a doctor nor nurse...I would suggest you talk to your doctor about this...Good luck...

Caroline
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replied January 14th, 2010
Hello, I would

1) See your doctor

2) Apply some weight on your leg a little just to exercise it and build strength again every day but not to much just a little like walking around your house and that should help it a little.

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replied January 14th, 2010
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ankur87, talk to your doctor about this...As I have PM you, nobody can judge the severity of your injury, but him/her...Good luck...

Caroline
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