Weber A Consultant Advice

Video introduction from Mr Lomax, Consultant Surgeon:

Hello, I’m Mr. Lomax, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon. I regularly treat patients with injuries like yours. I’m here to explain the details of your injury, the treatment required, and your recovery plan.

You have sustained a simple fracture to your fibula. An example of this is shown on the screen. This is a common injury that will heal naturally over about six weeks. Pain and swelling are expected in the early stages, and it may take up to three months for these symptoms to fully resolve. You may need painkillers and anti-inflammatories, especially during the early stages. Further information on this can be found in Phase 1 of your rehabilitation package.

You can walk on your foot as pain allows. You’ve been given a walker boot for your comfort, but it does not aid in the healing process. For instructions on applying and removing the walker boot, please refer to the walker boot video.

You may begin driving again once you are no longer wearing the walker boot, can perform an emergency stop, and are able to manoeuvre your car safely. You can return to work when you feel comfortable and safe to do so.

How to fit your walker boot

The walker boot is worn for minimum of 4 weeks.

Your recovery

These links will guide you through a number of rehabilitation exercises to help you recover from your injury. You will need to follow them in the correct order.

PHASE 1 (0 to 2 weeks) PHASE 2 (2 to 4 weeks) PHASE 3 (4 to 6 weeks) PHASE 4 (6 weeks onwards)
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