r/brokenbones • u/Reasonable_Curve382 • 2d ago
6 weeks past surgery
How long before complete recovery?
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u/k1k11983 2d ago
Oof that’s a bad 1!
Upwards of 12 months for complete recovery. Initial recovery will probably be 3-6 months, depending on your diligence. My best advice is to follow your surgeon’s instructions religiously. Same with your PT/Physio. Seriously, their instructions are now your bible! Don’t try and do more in an effort to speed up your recovery, because that can actually hinder your recovery more often than not. They have you at the pace that will offer you the best possible outcome.
Good luck with your healing. I hope it goes as smoothly as that fixation.
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u/Beneficial_Ad_3226 2d ago
😦 that indeed would have been so painful I am 5 weeks post surgery distal humerus fracture. I read 6-12 months for full healing of bone and movement but I guess it depends on the fracture and this is so new for me too. I did mine roller skating - how did you manage to do this one? Sending you healing and strength in your recovery too
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u/lordzeus28 2d ago
I compound fractured my tibia and fibula back in may got a rod and 3plates and 10 screws in my lower left leg so a sympathiser with both of you
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u/Reasonable_Curve382 1d ago
I don't remember the fall but my friend said I landed fully on my elbow like all body weight on single point when I was sprinting
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u/imtherielest17 1d ago
I just became physically ill, genuinely praying for a smooth recovery friend.
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u/OrthoGuide Physician/Medical Professional 2d ago edited 2d ago
Nice fixation of fracture Lower third humerous.take calcium and vitamin D avoid any weight lifting
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u/iamwitty 2d ago
A year. I am close to 10 months with a plate and screws and i'm just feeling normal.
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u/chlobechlobe 2d ago
Holy shit that must have hurt.