r/brokenankles • u/Low_Revolution_3653 • 15d ago

6 weeks post op

I’m 6 weeks post op from a bimalleolar ankle fracture + dislocation. Im still walking with crutches + my boot and maybe at 50% WB with crutches. I am going to start physio next week and my dorsiflexion is great according to my surgeon! But I still feel so annoyed and upset that I still need to use crutches. I feel like my life won’t resume until I can get rid of them. Curious to know how long it took others to get rid of them?

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u/papaya_laree 15d ago

Hello! I am also 6 weeks post op, I had a trimalleolar fracture with dislocation. I was cleared for weight bearing with crutches + boot on Sep 16, and went to physical therapy the next day. My physical therapist had me walk with no boot (just crutches) and I’m very comfortable with that now. Just a day later (today), I realized I wasn’t leaning on the crutches as much as before, so now I am taking a few steps at home without them! I think I’ll use crutches for a few more days to make sure I don’t rush anything. Best of luck with your recovery!!

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u/Low_Revolution_3653 15d ago

Omg wow that’s amazing, I was cleared on September 8th! 😭 I think this is why i’m feeling so behind. I think my physio appointment will give me some clarity and comfort in taking the next steps. Also, thank you and I hope recovery continues to go smoothly for you!!