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After ankle surgery: Mobilize with care
July 31st, 2008
People recover faster after surgery for ankle fracture if they are given a cast or splint that can be removed to let them exercise the ankle, than if their foot is placed in an immobilising plaster cast. If the fracture is stable, then encouraging them to walk soon after surgery is also beneficial. However, increased activity does increase the chance of experiencing problems with the surgical wound. These conclusions are published in a systematic review included in the latest update of The Cochrane Library. Ankle fracture is one of the most common fractures of the lower limb, especially in young men and older women. In about half of the cases, the broken bone requires...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2008-07-31)
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