Lower Limb Fracture

The principles of treating a fracture to the lower limb include:

Correction of the fracture to its usual position
Stabilisation of the fracture in this position, using either plaster or surgical fixation
Return to weight-bearing as soon as feasible
Early return to normal motion of the affected joint
Maintenance of adjacent joint motion and limb musculature

Femoral, tibial or ankle fractures require different forms of surgical fixation
A combination of plate and screws, screws alone or rods may be required. The fracture pattern and fixation will dictate how quickly weight bearing and joint motion can begin
Occasionally a surgical boot or brace will be required after surgery
Hospital length of stay is usually 1 night
You may benefit from post-operative physiotherapy exercises
Your surgical incision will be reviewed 2 weeks after surgery

Revision Knee Replacement