My doctor says I need surgery for a medial malleolus fracture but I heard it can heal without it. Is surgery always necessary or are there cases where it can heal on its own? What factors decide whether to go for surgery or not?

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Surgery depends on displacement, stability, and patient activity; conservative treatment works for non-displaced fractures.

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My doctor says I need surgery for a medial malleolus fracture but I heard it can heal without it. Is surgery always necessary or are there cases where it can heal on its own? What factors decide whether to go for surgery or not?

Surgery depends on displacement, stability, and patient activity; conservative treatment works for non-displaced fractures.

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My mom is 63 and has been having knee pain lately. She's using Himalaya joint pain oil which helps a bit but she's scared to see a doctor in case they recommend surgery. Should we keep using the oil or is it better to get her checked out?

I'm really worried about my cuboid bone fracture. How long do you think it'll take until I can get back to my usual daily activities? Are there any special precautions I should be aware of during the healing process? And I would love to know what treatments would work best for this situation.

my heel pain is really bad and the doctor said it's a calcaneal spur but I don't want surgery right now - is there any medicine that can dissolve it or help with the pain

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