general physiotherapy question, pain and painkillers
(2 discussions)
Hello,
six weeks I had a fracture ( lateral malleolus) non displaced, leg in cast for six weeks, now cast removed and told by specialist, to now go and walk. no mention about physio…. so I am doing it myself, but I get some pain and I know its early days. I wondered if its wise to take painkillers at this early stage to walk better? incidentally, everyone tells me how well i’m doing at this early stage.?
thankyou
2 comments
Vivian Abrams DPM
It is not unusual to have pain getting out of a cast. It can be helpful, but not always mandatory to have physical therapy. Many times I have a patient walk to tolerance and ride a stationary bicycle.
adrian allen
Thank you very much for you response Doctor.kind regardsAdrian