fibula non-union

i fractured my fibula about 2 and 1/2 months ago.  doing sprints, i pivoted, twisted my ankle and then fell on top it.  although it was borderline, i ultimately did not need surgery because the ankle was aligned - but now i have a non-union.  doc says bone may never heal and that's ok - but the pain is unbearable.  how long should i wait to try and heal on my own before trying to pursue surgery?

[skmedlin27703]

I had an ankle fusion and was told it takes a year for something like that to heal.  Mine did not begin healing until 6months after surgery and still hurts to this day.  Its rough.  Good luck.

[PedroH]

Hi! I had a tib/fib fracture and while my tibia was put back together w/an IM nail & screws my fibula was left alone. 5 months later my fibula was not healed and a bone graft was done & healed.Seems as though every surgeon has a different thought about fibula fractures.I do suppose it depends on thelocation of the fracture but being active I wouldn't just want to leave it not to mention dealing w/ pain. Good luck to you!