7 months since i broke my tibia/femur after reading the comments I didn’t know so many people had to go through this. I salute everyone!!! Trying my best to be able to run again, but I’m still trying get more range I’m my ankle as well
For me now 7 weeks completed, but x-rays doesn't show any bone healing, no sign of union at fractured part, doctor asked me to keep foot 🦶 with partial load on floor. Any idea when bones get union? And I can keep foot on floor and walk very slowly but ankle and knee is stiff. Knee feels like overloaded. Let's see. Any updates from anyone who is recovering or recovered 🙏 please reply.
How r you now? I just broke by tibia and fibula after summiting mount baker, I tripped badly and broke them. Im 2 days out of surgery and the pain is pretty bad, trying to not go overboard with the opiates. Would love to hear how its been going for you…
@@bryangomez4998Ye I just fractured the growth plate in my shin part of my tibia back in August during a football game, if you’re young you will 100% make a full recovery
Just make sure that you are doing the correct exercise and don't get lazy. Remember, consistency is key to a full recovery. Do your amount every day and continue progressing.
Broke my tibia and fibula on left leg November 2023 and got emergency surgery to put a permanent titanium rod in my leg the entire length of my tibia with screws into the tibia. In March 2024, I'm walking almost normal, getting range of motion back knee and ankle (they put rod in through knee). Working on body squats to build strength, been swimming, hiking, elliptical, riding a bike along with my PT exercises. Been rough journey
Hey man, I got the exact same surgery with a rod inserted through the knee, it’s been two years now and I still can’t run and pain every step i take, can you walk and tun without pain? Feels like my knee is fucked for good :/
You're lucky that you're almost recovered after a year and a bit. It's been the same amount of time for me and I'm still very limited in my motion. U got a better case of it than u realize
Just got the surgery a week ago after breaking my left tibia getting bumped by a car while on a bike. It was amazing to me that the next day after surgery the hospital PT came in to teach me how to use crutches and I could actually move around. Thanks for the mobility exercise variations! Not yet at a point where the leg is load bearing, but will get there Speedy recovery to everyone!
Hey I too got a comminuted fracture (left leg tibia) under similar circumstances. Got a titanium plate n 8 screws. After 3 days of the major surgery I started moving with crutches (non weight). I have been suggested 4 weeks more rest. Do share your updates it will be helpful 🙂 also wish everyone a speedy recovery.
@@debolinarajak8098 will do! It's honestly been so comforting to know others are going through this too. Also got a titanium nail, altho only 4 screws as far as I can tell. Just had my follow-up a few days ago (they took out the staples from the surgical scar!), all seems to be in line at least; though, because of the bone being kinda shattered there seems to be a little bump in the front of my shin that's made out of "leftover bone"? Idk. Non-weight bearing for now. Another follow-up in 6 weeks. I've been trying to get out, walk to the park on the crutches (5 min "normal human" walking, closer to 10 for me). Sadly also damaged my shoulder which has no fracture but really hurts, so Im hoping to start PT next week to at least fix my shoulder, since I think it's too early to work on the leg with PT, who knows. Wishing you a speedy recovery, keep me posted, as well! What have you been doing with your bedrest time? I try to be productive but too many days just sleeping... trying not to watch too many youtube shorts lol. cheers!
@@zhl9764 how are you feeling? First few weeks are so rough imho. I'm about 2.5 months into my journey and starting to walk without crutches when I'm home, it's honestly surreal. Bodies heal!
After breaking my leg 6 weeks ago, I am now full weight-bearing and was desperately seeking exercises to help me get back to "normal" until I can get into physical therapy in a few weeks. These exercises are SUCH great ideas. Thank you so much, Zack!
hello i just had knee bone surgery a week ago,but i can't still raise my left leg by my self.😢my thigh still no power to lift up my leg.pleaseee help,first time had surgery in my life😢😢
Thank you so much for sharing your insights to this life altering situation... I recently broke my Fibula and Tibia in 4 places and had the rod and plate installed... I had also had recently changed jobs and my health insurance had not kicked in...I still had 60days...so, with that said... I could not afford a therapist to assist me with any physical therapy.. With the help of your videos, I have regained feeling, movement and strength that I was struggling to get back... I absolutely can not thank you enough ❤
❤❤omg thank you i broke my tib/ fib but i was smart enough not to let them do surgery self-healing is the best healing and i got it right. 5 months doing just fine. But my physical therapist sucks i got more from your vidioes than him😂😂i love doing the foot ABC.
I broke both tibula and fibulas by being ran over by a vehicle . I can walk now it’s been 8 months . It hurts walking as my bones are still healing and I have metal rods going down my legs . I will try some of these excersices . I usually clean around my home or wash the cars just trying to stay active .
Rich i broke tib an fib, rod inserted. Goin on 8 wks an yet to stand weight bearing on that leg/foot. HANG IN THERE! it sucks but remember it could be worse. Dont rush yourself but just be deternined to achieve "baby steps" of improvement, do the therapy excercises as tolerated aaand keep positive. We will get there! When was your injury?
I have broken both of my fibulas :( and had to get surgery on both feet. they were about one year apart unfortunately, which was a struggle. This video is very helpful and reminds me to be patient, thank you .
Hello how are you improving ur walking it's been 2.5 months for me i had a tib fib fracture and walking with stick slowly but while walking or feel pain in my calf muscles and below calf muscles
Thank you so much for this video, Zack. It helped me contextualize the degrees of swelling/stiffness once I was in the rehab phase of my recovery from a fibula break. The band work is my favorite as it allows for a low-impact way to address multi-directional exercises. I've discovered that simply walking up and down steps is a good way to address both strength and mobility concerns. I used my trekking poles early on, just to be safe. Thanks again for helping us all get strong after injury.
Ma sha Allah. I also have a tibia and fibula fracture I was operated 2 months ago I can’t move my ankle and it’s only on the tibia bone that I have rod I don’t know if it’s a problem
MA, I can’t run yet and it’s been 3 months I broke my tibia but I didn’t need surgery so I had to non weight bear for 6 weeks which caused my ankle to stiffen up. How can I fix this issue? I’m able to walk but the stiffeness around the ankle restricts me
@@abdulsamadalfarissalman5176hi, same here tib fib fracture but only rod in tibia, Im 7 weeks post op and my ankle and knee are stiff, how is your ankle mobility now and is your fibula healed?
I am almost entering my third month post-surgery. I can do shadow walk two days ago. And now I re-teach my brain how to walk with 2 foot on the floor (I still used crutches too) and tell my brain where is my "normal middle point actually". My ankle was dislocated too, and of course it was very stiff at first when trying to learn to walk again. Some physiotherapy movement from youtube videos are so much help. Now I feel my ankle is back to its original position. Of course it hurts a lot as the joints and muscles start return to their original position. For those of you that have tibia fibula fracture and also ankle dislocation, this video is really help me to recover faster. I suggest you also listen to your orthopedics and physiotherapist. You have to be able to measure your own body's capabilities. Little by little try to push the limits that you can still accept. Our body's healing from broken bones is amazing. Keep up the good work!
I broke my tibia/fibula open fracture 2 weeks ago. Thank you for posting this, I'm going to practice these exercises. I need to regain flexibility in my ankle to start off
Took an unfortunate fall bouldering with some friends. I had a rod inserted “bone glue” done. First two weeks were miserable. Week 3 of a compound tib fib fracture currently. I’m able to walk with a limp while reinforced in a boot. I find the movement of ankle and toes are the hardest thing right now. Going to try these! I wish everyone looking at this video the best, and just know it gets better. 🙌🏼
@INSΦMNIAC thanks for sharing some info. I don’t have much pain in my knee and thankfully these past 3 weeks I didn’t suffer from pain. What I do feel is my knee very stiff and I don’t have much movement on it. I’ve search here on RU-vid and ask others what they did but mostly is just for the foot. However I’m doing movement every day and recently started working out my ankle as well. I hope you have a great recovery and you can get back to normal life soon!! Blessings friend!! 🙏🙏
Thanks for sharing, i broke my tib/fib last Thursday so i am 2 days out from surgery. Im glad to hear 3 weeks might feel like a little turning point, i will for sure take it slow just hate the pain and immobility…. Would love to hear your progress….
Left leg Tibia and Fabula Bone Broken surgery done by inserting Road aand nut bolt inside. And within too months I start walking with one side support... regular exercise, Meditation, physiotherapy and diet most important medicines like cissus Quadranglularis tab work a lot. Really it works always believe in yourself and never lose hope.
Thank you. I am recovering from a tib/fib fracture right now and have just started to put full weight bearing. I'm a lot older than you and this has been much more difficult than I imagined.
These are great ideas. I'm 59 and broke my tibia in one spot and fib in 2 spots. It was last April 2022. No physical therapy because we had no insurance. So these exercises will help me
Thank to everyone who has shared / commented. I had been feeling so alone on this. I have a Left Tibial Plateau Fracture, 12 days ago. Pain was excruciating. Fortunately not requiring surgery. Basic healing time 6-12 weeks + P.T. Especially helpful are words of healing, progression, hope & encouragement. Best wishes to all.
Thanks for these exercises! I am at 4 weeks since I broke it. Had surgery the next day. Tib and fib break really bad with a tibia plateau fracture as well. 2 plates 15 screws. First 2 weeks were very hard. Pain is no longer a big issue. I’m not weight bearing yet but I’m keeping my knee and foot moving a lot so as not to build up too much scar tissue. Getting pretty good on crutches. Looking forward to being able to bear weight in a few weeks.
Thank you for sharing ❤ I broke my tibia three months ago and opted for non surgical management as I was told I was too small for a tibial nail! Today was my first day out of a cast into a moon boot, but there’s still a long way to go until I regain my muscle back. 💪
You have given me a little bit of hope. I mountain climb and I had a nasty fall on the 27th Nov 2022. Broke my tib and fib had surgery on the 3rd December with plates and pins so I’m very early in my recovery and currently in a cast. I’m managing to do non weight bearing exercises as I’m not wanting to completely sit still as I feel recovery will take longer.I’ll be sure to follow some of yours once I can weight bear… your recovery is inspiring and with your break very similar to mine it just makes me feel better knowing I will get back to some sort of normal. 💚
I broke my tibia and fibula on Dec 14 while riding a PE equipment at work my right foot slide off the platform sending the equipment slamming into the guard rail my foot was caught between the rail and the equipment. I tell you the pain sometimes is straight from hell and I'm just one week in a 4mnths recovery. But this video I'll definitely be watching when it's rehab time
i got broke my tibia and fibula also 6 months ago by motorcycle accident And i can walk already but not as normal one :( now I find this channel and video and I felt got new hope and happy. Surely i will do this series of exercise. I have one question though, Is it necessary or which is better? Removing the implant steel or not?
Thank you Zack very helpful and what really resonated with me was “gratitude “. The mind helps us heal, it’s so hard for us active people not being able to walk while healing. I have felt such profound deep,appreciation for my body. And i know I will be happier and stronger than ever on the other side of this. Btw are you single?
My car tire ran over my left leg and broke both the tibia and the fibula bones about 7 weeks ago. I did not need to have surgery, but I did get get a graduated cast, from groin to ankle. I was hospitalized for 3 weeks and I received physical and occupational therapy. I cannot go home yet, because I cannot walk up and down my stairs. I am at my daughter’s apartment and I am receiving therapy on an out patient basis. I am still non-weight baring, and there is still quite a bit of swelling in my ankle and foot. I am looking forward to trying some of these exercises as soon as my doctor tells me too. By the way, I am 80 years old, and I was walking 10,000 steps per day whenever the accident happened.
Been about 15 weeks since I broke my tibia and fibia in a football accident. The injury was horrible and had a hip cast on me for the first 8 weeks. I just started walking without any support. Still tryna get back so I can recover quickly!
Broke my Ankle, Tibia and Fibula on 3rd December 2023. They attempted to manipulate my Tibia bone back together 3 times while awake as my Tibia cracked in half and I couldn't have the operation straight away due to the swelling etc. I had my operation on 15th December 2023, I had a plate and 8 screws put in. I'm still at the start of my recovery and in discomfort and pain. Never felt pain like it, and I have had a child. Absolutely craaazy pain. I will do these exercises when I am able to. 😊
Thank you for showing these very useful exercises! I wish my physical therapist would have taught me something like that, not just how to walk with crutches 😅 I will start practising and hope it will boost my recovery from a similar injury to yours ❤ Greetings from Germany!
Hate that I found this late. It's been 3 yrs since my accident I was so mentally traumatized I refused therapy. No one is even allowed to touch my leg. Im walking now however my mental traumas keep me from running. It doesn't hurt im just mentally scared to use the foot to it's full potential but I feel like this video will help me over come this year while I exercise the foot.
Was it very stiff at first for the non weight bearing part? Like I am on one month after my plates and screws were put in, and I wanted to know if it gets easier? Or the stiffness of not really being able to dorsi flex my foot is normal right now.?
Day 22 Post op, broke both fibula and tibia with 3 fractures, been researching the recovery process from day one. I'm able to walk without support but using elbow crutch for safety. 7 months seems too long and scary. aiming for no limping in next 2-3 weeks fingers crossed.
Do what your body tells you and your doctors. Im 7 weeks post op, those exercises help a lot, im trying to get over my limp as im walking with 1 crutch , I although have full mobility in my knee and leg over all and no pain when walking
dealing with this problem right now my whole bottom of my foot is numb i can move my toes barely but still can't feel anything i can only feel a little sensation in my last three toes and im worried 😐
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Just recently broke my tibia and i cant move my big toe and i have limited ankle control due to the 2 surgeries i had to have the ankle stretch with towel has been help me tons
I broke my tibia and fibula on August 26th and had surgery on the 29th, where a titanium rod and several nails were inserted into my tibia for stabilization. During the first week after surgery, my ankle and knee were completely immobilized. However, my knee gradually regained its full range of motion within about a week, and after a month, thanks to physiotherapy, my ankle's mobility improved to about 70-80% of what it was before the injury. I’m now able to walk without crutches, bearing full weight, though I get fatigued easily and experience soreness and some swelling after just 5-10 minutes of walking. For anyone going through a similar recovery, remember you can do it!
This is fantastic and combines very well with my tibial plateau workout. I just got off crutches this week. I also suffer from severe foot/ankle arthritis and need to be able to run to show my dogs.
Hello I broke my tibia and fibula and I am so stiff and the swelling is still there I have the rod and I am struggling with recovery it is almost 5 months
4 years ago I broke my leg both tibia and fibula until now I'm still afraid of being forced into a game like basketball I'll try these tips I hope I can play again thanks for the tips❤️
Patience is the key. Me also sprained my left ankle broke tibia and fibula and lateral ligaments skating On a ramp. 38 days ago i Had artroscopy surgery. Im better now walking without scratches , driving my car and working again. Its not healed to 100% because swelling is going to be 6 months. But each day im better. Im more relaxed. And feel happier you are going to be ok. Just trust and do therapy
It's 9 weeks since I broke my fibula. I had to have it pinned and plated, with a rod going across into my tibia. It's been a slow painful few weeks. These exercises look great now I'm starting to weight load. I'm still on crutches, is this normal progress?
Month two here and I have started exercise yesterday. Comparing to these comments, I have healed pretty well. Still long way to go to be back to normal though
Took a 40 caliber defense round to the tibia and completely destroyed it. Good luck everyone. This is scary, feels almost like life won’t ever be the same. Don’t know what to appreciate until you can longer do it or have it
broke my tibula and fibia 5 months ago skating , surgery went well and everything thankfully, but now im having these knee pains and ankle pains after trying to consistently skate again, gonna try these exercises to see if they get better, really appreciate the thought and effort that went into this u helping a lot of people dude. wish everybody in here the best in their recoveries🏃🏾♂️🏃🏾♂️🏃🏾♂️🦿🤞🏽🪄🐐
Hi Zack, I am interested to know at what point of your recovery you were doing these exercises. I am unsure if 5 weeks post weber A fracture is too soon (for the ones later in the routine). I can fully weight bear and walk reasonably correctly. Thank you, Alice
I also broke my tibia and fibula 3 months ago playing football been a long run but I couldn’t walk or even get out of bed without help I started walking and able to get out of bed myself about 6 weeks in and then about 1-2 weeks later so 8th week I was able to properly step and walk and weight bear been doing therapy now think it’s 13th week n I’m walking with no crutches no pain only had pain for the 1st 2 weeks after surgery but my leg is not fully healed yet but it doesn’t hurt anymore so I can put all my weight on it now more freely been able to go concerts and all I know I’m only 13 weeks but I even do small passes with a football in my house but only do a few so I don’t hurt it a lot just to keep my technique in
Glad I ran into this video ❤ comments are helpful as well. Is it recommended to start after the 6wk of healing or right away when comfortable? I’m on wk 2 of healing from fibula fractures. Thanks
I had a tibial plateau fracture, medial side. Orif surgery, a plate and 9 screws. Since you fractured your fibula as well I'm guessing that's a different injury? I'm at 5 months and not anywhere close to being able to run. I'm 58, maybe that's why I'm not healing as fast? I'm walking, but not much else. I'm a cyclist and can't even stand on my bike at this point. I was a very active person before this, cycling, skiing, hiking, tennis etc. I don't know if I'll ever be able to resume the sports I love, it's extremely hard to deal with emotionally.
Relatively minor tibia fracture after getting hit by a car 8 weeks ago. Finally confident enough to navigya grw stairs without assistance so I'm not stuck in the house all day. Start formal PT in about a week.
Tibial plateau surgery June 15th of last month.. I'd love too, but I have foot drop .. the big toe isn't firing, so my ankle has yet to respond...using stimulation exercises. I can bend the 90* What exercise can I do... I start PT in 4 days..( broke arm on same side) 12 week no weight bearing seems to long and mobility will be impaired ( I'm a very active 64 female
Broke both 3 years ago. Had a external fixator then few weeks later had surgery. Omg I wanted to die. The pain was so bad. I had a C-section and woke up during surgery. At least I passed out from the pain.
After I broke the tibia ad fibula and cracked my ankle, I'm healing very well after surgery 12 weeks ago....now though, my knee is killing me. What can I do about the knee pain? It happened the day after I started putting weight on with crutches after 9 weeks no weight bearing. Wondering if you have any videos or recommendations that I can use to help this knee
Broke my lower tibia and fibula due to turf monster playing soccer . Had two operations one an X fix and the second operation was to remove the X fix and insert three plates and about 17 screws . Took me about 3/4 months for walking with my crutches . 5/6 months to start walking with none . And about 7 8 months to have no limp nothing and excercise on the bike . Take it to now 2 years later i tried returning to soccer but my lateral movements are not there . Ive been in the gym squatting and doing calf raises but all that does not help my lateral movement feel great but not good enough to return back to the field
Broke my tibia and fibula two weeks ago. Luckily there's not really any pain atm, but i do have trouble lifting it from below the knee to the ankle on it's own. Hopefully i can start these exercises soon to help get back to work
I broke my ankle and fractured my fibula. I’m trying these exercises after all surgeries 5 months in (finally able to start pt) and it is very difficult. I’m still unable to curl my toes at the joints but can at the base
6 weeks post op and I was told I can walk now so O tried i didn't even fully weight bear and had a moon boot on but i was in agony my foot swelled up and my calf is so hot. I think something has gone wrong
I broke my fibula 11 years ago and only went to a few therapy sessions last year for the first time. The therapy worked for a while, but my ankle is still stiff and weak and uncomfortable. I have 6 screws in my foot and a rod and I feel them and am conscious of how I walk and run. I hate it! I can do physical activities, but I’m limited. I want to exercise more but my ankle limits me from working my body. Also, my hip and knee hurts because I’m scared to put weight on my right leg (the side I broke my ankle). I need help!
I broke my tib / fib when I was Ah kid Ah fat kid leg landed on my little leg and it snapped it now when it get cold my ankle be cracking and my knee and also my knee cap is like loos from the other one idk why that’s prolly why I had the full leg cast or something
May I please ask when did you start bearing weight plus is it just me or the affected leg in the beginning of recovery feels short than the helathier one?
