How long does it take to heal a lateral tibial plateau fracture?

Depending on health and injury pattern this bone can take 3-4 months to heal without surgery. Physical therapy for knee range of motion is started around 6 weeks once bone has healed enough to prevent displacement with motion.

How long does it take for a non displaced tibial plateau fracture to heal?

The time needed to recover from a non-displaced tibial plateau fracture depends on the severity of the break. On average, most patients need between 3-6 months to recover completely and regain full function of their knee.

How long does it take to walk again after a tibial plateau fracture?

You will not be able to bear weight on your leg for weeks after breaking your bone. That means no walking on or pushing off of your broken leg. This is to keep the bones from moving as you heal. Depending on your injury, this will last 6 to 12 weeks.

Can I bend my knee with a tibial plateau fracture?

Symptoms of a Tibial Plateau Fracture Tenseness Around the Knee; Limited Bending. The knee may feel and appear tense, owing to bleeding within the joint. This also limits motion (bending) of the joint.

When should I start weight bearing after a tibial plateau fracture?

Patients with tibial plateau fractures will be instructed to touch down (toe touch or foot flat) weight bear (approximately 10% of body weight) for at least 6 weeks. After the 6 week post op visit, patients may begin weight bearing as tolerated until full weight bearing is achieved.

What happens if you walk on a tibial plateau fracture?

Athletes suffering from tibial plateau fractures usually complain of swelling, pain and an inability to walk or move the leg. A major concern with this injury is having swelling compress the nerves and blood vessels inside the knee joint. This so-called “compartment syndrome” can lead to death of tissues.

Is the posteromedial fragment part of the tibial plateau?

This opens in a new window. The posteromedial fragment is a well-described component of many fractures of the tibial plateau that can been seen either in isolation or as part of a bicondylar fracture. Optimal management of this fragment requires recognition on pre-operative imaging followed by open reduction and internal fixation.

What kind of physical therapy is used for tibia plateau fractures?

Physical Therapy Standard of Care: Tibial Plateau Fracture Case Type / Diagnosis: ICD-9: 823.00 – fracture of proximal tibia Tibial plateau fractures can occur as a result of high-energy trauma or in low-energy trauma when bone quality is poor. The most common mechanism of injury is motor vehicle accident,

How is the posteromedial approach used in tibia surgery?

Lobenhoffer described a posteromedial approach to the proximal tibia that allows for direct visualization of the posteriomedial fragment and placement of an antiglide plate. We describe this approach with focus on patient positioning, pertinent anatomy, fracture reduction and implant placement.

What kind of brace is used for a tibia fracture?

Tibial Fracture Brace-Tibial Section/Sarmiento Type This prefabricated functional orthosis is designed for diaphyseal fractures of the tibia and fibula, and is also available custom-to-cast. Allows movement of adjacent joints [knee, ankle and foot] to increase blood flow, osteogenesis and function.