my doctor recommended surgery for a medial malleolus fracture but it's already been delayed by a month could this lead to complications or make the healing process harder

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A one-month delay in surgery for a medial malleolus fracture could potentially lead to complications or make the healing process harder, but the extent of the impact depends on the individual case and fracture characteristics. While ideally surgery is recommended within the first few days, a delay of a month might not always be problematic, especially if the fracture is stable and properly aligned. However, delayed surgery for some ankle fractures has been linked to increased risks of infection, poorer clinical outcomes, and more pain

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Answered 14/08/2025

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I have a rod in my left leg from a tibia fracture and it's been causing me pain sometimes. I'm thinking about getting it removed but I'm not sure how long the recovery would take after the surgery. What kind of complications could happen after the removal? Also, would it be okay if I just had the screws taken out instead of the whole rod?

Rod removal after a tibia fracture can relieve pain but recovery usually takes 4‚Äì6 weeks, depending on your overall health and bone healing. Complications may include infection, nerve injury, or re-fracture. In some cases, removing only the screws can help if they‚Äôre causing localized discomfort. It's best to discuss imaging and options with your orthopedic surgeon.

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I've been dealing with a fracture in my fifth metatarsal since November 18th, and was told not to walk for 4 weeks. Now that I'm getting back on my feet, my leg isn't quite right. It's weaker and I have a medium level of pain around the fracture area. I had a new X-ray today, and while it looks a bit better, the fracture is still pretty noticeable. I can walk, but I'm only at about 60% of my former strength. Should I be concerned about not seeing more improvement at this point? What else could I do to heal better?

refer to physiotherapy

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My knee hurts a lot because the cartilage is rubbing and my patella feels off can cartilage heal on its own without surgery? I'm only 19 and this pain is making me really depressed, what should I do to fix this?

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