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Broken ankle recovery? Surgery?

I have broken my ankle 3 weeks ago and now I can feel the bones cracking and popping around my ankle, I was placed in a cast 3 weeks ago and I am still in the cast and I can not walk . I am really confused as to why my bones feel like they are popping..... The pain as subsided but I just have this weird thing going on, the consultant said I will have to have this cast on for another 4 weeks, stressed out as I have 4 kids to take care of and I can't walk!
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1711789 tn?1361308007
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Hi there!

Well, without knowing the relevant clinical details or a detailed clinical evaluation it would be difficult to comment specifically on the situation. It normally takes about 4-8 weeks for fracture healing and one would not expect drastic recovery at 3 weeks. Usually the cast is kept initially for 4-6 weeks where upon the healing is assessed and the decision to prolong casting or start weight bearing is taken. I would suggest discussing the situation, the management plan and the expected prognosis in detail with your treating orthopedician. Meanwhile it is advised to follow the management plan suggested by your doctor.
Hope this is helpful.

Take care!
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Anyone???
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