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Foot Is Not Straight, Pointing Inwards. Have IM Rodding, Screws After Spiral Fracture To Tibia. How To Fix?
I am a 31 year old female. I had IM rodding, two screws, due to a spiral fracture to my tibia and fibula in which they broke in 5 places. It has been 8 weeks and I was informed last week I could begin 50% weight bearing. This is not possible because my foot is unable to sit flat, unless I am seated. No one has explained why my foot is no longer straight and is pointing inward. Help me understand. How can I fix this?
Mon, 15 Apr 2013
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If the foot is pointing inwards, may be the fractured fragment has rotated causing an internal rotation of the foot. An X-ray of the leg and a physical examination will help in detecting the exact cause.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
If the foot is pointing inwards, may be the fractured fragment has rotated causing an internal rotation of the foot. An X-ray of the leg and a physical examination will help in detecting the exact cause.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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