Post Maisonneuve Fracture Pain

[fatnbald]

In January I slipped on the ice and suffered a Maisonneuve fracture on my right leg along with a posterior malleolus fracture. I also dislocated my right ankle and had to have an emergency reduction because of neurovascular compromise. Following ORIF, short cast for 6 weeks, a boot, and a splint I went through 6 weeks of PT. The therapist has stated I've reached the max on improvement. I have poor strength in the ankle (+3-4), can't do heel rises, have swelling, chronic pain that worsens during the day, and my foot is out at about a 45 degree angle. Is there anything else that might be done. My doc, who is great, can't think of a "Plan B." My concern is I work in a profession that requires me to be on my foot about 10 hours a day during a 12 hour shift. I'm also concerned because of the constant slimp is creating knee and hip pain.

[badankle007]

I have had the same injury. It has been three years and i am just starting to feel a bit better. I am 39 male.Used to run long distance work out etc etc. It has been a real set back for me. I have had 2 arthroscopys,tried pt,use orthotics and now looking at stem cell .
I feel terrible for you but you have to be proctive etc. pain pills especially long acting ones like ketoprofen once a day help. etc

[Dr Vinod]

Try to go for a post diagnostic scan. If everything is alright continue your physiotherapy and with time you will gain strength and functions. If there is a defect may be you would need another procedure for reduction. Take care!