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Will I Get Cured Totally With A Metal Rod Inside From My Knee To Ankle?
Hi I have a metal rod in my leg from my knee to my ankle I was ran ova and my leg broke in two places I m just wondering if I will have trouble for the rest of my life as it has to say in it s been 12 weeks since it happened and I m in agony not only my leg but my hips and back and shoulders and neck
Mon, 12 Jun 2017
Hello,
The leg fracture treated with intramedullary nail takes some months to heal so you should be patient. Minimum time is 6 months but it can go until 12 months depending on the type of fracture. X-rays will confirm the healing process. You should do some physical therapy for the leg and other parts that were bruised.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Edvin Selmani
The leg fracture treated with intramedullary nail takes some months to heal so you should be patient. Minimum time is 6 months but it can go until 12 months depending on the type of fracture. X-rays will confirm the healing process. You should do some physical therapy for the leg and other parts that were bruised.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Edvin Selmani
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