Broken fibula

Below are some ways to keep busy when you’re bedridden with a broken leg. I’ve also included some tips and tricks on how to deal with this unfortunate situation. Keeping busy: Read a bo…

No one looks forward to the restriction of a cast following an injury or surgical procedure. Casts have a reputation for being clumsy and

A broken leg can keep you off your feet for a period of six to eight weeks or longer. During this time you will likely have a cast on your leg and be required to use crutches or another form of walking aid. Being this sedentary can make losing weight a challenge.

Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a surgery to stabilize and heal a broken tibia or fibula bone.

Learn about a Maisonneuve fracture, which occurs when there is an injury to the inner side of the ankle and the syndesmosis.

Unfortunately, this isn't the first time I've had broken foot or spent time in a walking boot. Today I'm sharing my tips on how to survive and make life easier - especially during the first few weeks, which are key.

As I wrote in a previous post with much more detail (see here), I fell off a mountain and broke my ankle in three places, then managed to break a bone in my 5th toe on the other foot. This meant that my right ankle was in a hard cast for 6 weeks and I…

Lower Leg Fractures (Broken Tibia and Fibula) with Surgical Fixation

After breaking a leg, using crutches can become truly tiresome. Rehab exercises improve motion, strength and walking after a broken tibia or fibula occurs.

When you are injured due to the recklessness, negligence, or carelessness of another person or party, you have hundreds of questions buzzing around in your head. As for the personal injury timeline – from accident to settlement, every situation is different from a legal standpoint. Click the link to learn more!nnhttps://bit.ly/2HLoknQ