How long does a double ankle fracture take to heal?

It takes at least 6 weeks for the broken bones to heal. It may take longer for the involved ligaments and tendons to heal. As mentioned above, your doctor will most likely monitor the bone healing with repeated x-rays. This is typically done more often during the first 6 weeks if surgery is not chosen.

How long does it take for a fractured malleolus to heal?

This normally takes approximately 6 weeks to unite (heal) although pain and swelling can be ongoing for 3 to 6 months. You may walk on the foot as comfort allows although you will find it easier to walk with crutches in the early stages. The swelling is often worse at the end of the day and elevating it will help.

How long does it take to recover from a lateral malleolus fracture?

A lateral malleolus fracture usually requires the person to keep weight off the affected foot for a few weeks. In most cases, people return to normal daily activities within 3 to 4 months.

Can a medial malleolus fracture heal without surgery?

Treatment of a Medial Malleolus Fracture. In general, most doctors recommend surgery for fractures that are displaced (not well aligned) or those that occur in very active patients. There have been several studies that have documented good healing of medial malleolus fractures treated without surgery.

What are the different types of malleolus fractures?

The other two are the lateral and the posterior malleolus. When a medial malleolus fracture occurs by itself, it’s called an “isolated” fracture.

What is comminuted medial malleolus fracture?

Comminuted Fracture – In this, the fracture of medial malleolus results in multiple breaks in the bones. Medial malleolus fracture is often a part of other injuries or fractures of other bones, while sometimes it can also be an isolated fracture.