A broken tibia or fibula and the recovery
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A broken bone in the lower leg, the tibia (tibia) or the fibula (fibula), can have many unpleasant consequences. The fracture can take a very long time to heal and the fracture can cause a lot of discomfort. Sports or exercise is often almost impossible, but light exertion can be good for recovery. Multiple fractures can also occur, but makes it even more difficult.
The leg fracture
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Exercise or exercise with a broken leg can be an enormous challenge. For many people it is extremely difficult to use the body at the time of a fracture. Many people can and should no longer walk and are dependent on the movements of the upper body - the upper extremity. Because the lower extremity is severely damaged, extra demands are placed on the upper extremity. Moreover, there is also a lot of energy in the recovery of the fracture. This makes fatigue common and does not make it easier to keep moving.
Type of fracture
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There are many different types of fractures. For example, it could be a conservative break. A conservative fracture is one of the most beneficial fractures in the leg because it does not require surgery. This fracture means that the bone can automatically grow back together and that walking plaster can often be used. Walking plaster means that the plaster remains below the knee. With other casts - which will not last longer than two to three weeks - it is impossible to walk. Consult the attending physician about the options for casting and walking. Often they will bring this up themselves.
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Location of the fracture
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The fracture can be in the tibia - tibia - or in the fibula - fibula. A fracture in the tibia is the most common fracture. This fracture is especially common in football players. Often this is due to an incorrectly used tackle - both an own tackle and a tackle on the legs can be the cause - in combination with an overload of the muscles around the tibia. A fracture in the tibia often has a longer aftermath than a fracture in the fibula. The tibia recovers less quickly and often remains sensitive for a longer time.
Fracture repair
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Fracture recovery can vary widely. If the bone is only torn - by the way, there is no actual fracture - then the fracture can be repaired within two to three weeks. With a conservative fracture it usually takes four to six weeks. In the case of an invasive fracture, it takes at least six weeks and can take up to ten weeks.
Form follows function
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Continue to train the lower leg during the fracture. The training improves the shape of the bones and makes them stronger. For a good training schedule, it is wise to consult the physiotherapist for this as well. By continuing to train, the muscles keep moving and it does not lose its full function. Because the function remains and the muscles are still lightly trained and stimulated, the shape of the lower leg becomes more beautiful. The fracture site also remains stronger after recovery. This means that everything can be done again later, all activities and all (extreme) sports.
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