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On Cast After A Fracture On Tibia. Pain On Shin While Walking. When Will Pain Completely Go Away?

I fractured my tibia on November 17th of 2013. It was a transverse fractured. I was on a cast for a month and was able to start walking on it about six weeks with the cast on (i did it myself without doctors approval), so i went to the ortho office and did some X-rays and he told me its half way healed. I have been able to walk on it since week six. I am no suppose to be in a walking boot, but it is very umcomfortable and i am walking normally but with slight pain on my shin where the fracture is. As the weeks go by the pain diminishes. How much longer until i don't have anymore pain? i would like to get on the soccer field asap and be able to work as well.
Mon, 13 Jan 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

As your fracture is uniting ,you may need partial weight bearing for 6 weeks.
If radiologically and clinically fracture unite after 6 weeks then full weight bearing can be started.

Playing sports may take more time,also depends on physiotherapy.

I will advise to consult orthopaedic surgeon if possible otherwise take rest.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.
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On Cast After A Fracture On Tibia. Pain On Shin While Walking. When Will Pain Completely Go Away?

Hello, I have studied your case. As your fracture is uniting ,you may need partial weight bearing for 6 weeks. If radiologically and clinically fracture unite after 6 weeks then full weight bearing can be started. Playing sports may take more time,also depends on physiotherapy. I will advise to consult orthopaedic surgeon if possible otherwise take rest. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.