Rehabilitation after a collapse

Author Krisztina Tatai | 2019.10.09.

The ankle joint is made up of three bones: the tibia, fibula and fibula. If these if one or more of three bones breaks, it is called a fracture of the ankle. An ankle fracture can be mild or severe, depending on how many bones are involved, the size or depth or direction of the fracture, whether or not the fracture penetrates a joint, whether or not the fractured parts are displaced relative to each other, i.e. stable or unstable. Also, whether the fractures were accompanied by damage to or rupture of a ligament.

When will surgery be performed after an ankle fracture?

After the collapse for surgery usually occurs when the fracture is unstable, i.e. the fractured ends are displaced relative to each other. The parts are then fixed with plates, screws or nails on the inside and stabilised with plaster on the outside.

Recovery time after a boccal fracture is a function of the components mentioned above. For a simple fracture, bone regeneration is about 6 weeks, while for a more complex fracture it is about 8 weeks.

Regeneration is affected by whether the fracture was treated with surgery, a cast or any external fixation. If the injured part of the body has been immobilised or immobilised for a long period of time, the recovery of joint mobility and muscle strength may take longer.

Rehabilitation after a collapse

For ankle fractures, rehabilitation may vary by fracture type, but following a general protocol, rehabilitation the first step in pain relief, reducing inflammation, swelling reduction, to enhance and promote the absorption of haematoma, which are used by professionals, physiotherapists using various physiotherapy and physiotherapy methods. For these therapies, we have special equipment, such as ultrasound machine, a safe laser device, a shock wave machine, a kinesio tape, etc.

At the same time as these treatments, it is important to start active movement therapy is. In movement therapy first the unencumbered, lying or sitting exercises are preferred. The main aim is to mobilise the joints and strengthen the muscles, to regain full range of motion and muscle strength as soon as possible. During the exercises, it is important that the patient's body weight is not on the joint, which is why they are called unloaded exercises. During the exercises, not only the affected joint is treated, but also the joints below and above it, so that later, during functional exercises, all joints and muscles are able to move properly.

Sports rehabilitation and return to work after an ankle fracture

The sports rehabilitation period can be 3-6 months depending on the fracture and treatment. It is important that the exercises learnt under the guidance of a therapist are done regularly in the patient's own home, to speed up the rehabilitation period. It is advisable to consult the treating specialist and/or physiotherapist before returning to sport.

Sometimes, someone falls out of the water after a trip from work, it is advisable to start therapy as soon as possible so that the patient can return to work as soon as possible. In some cases, a sedentary person may be able to work with their legs propped up on a chair, but even in this case it is advisable to exercise the ankles, knees and thighs every half hour or so (as taught by the therapist) to keep the circulation moving and to allow the recovery to progress. Should the patient wish to return to work, it is important to discuss with the specialist, specialist doctor or physiotherapist what he or she recommends for the return.