Dear patient thank you for your question Some tibial shaft fractures heal within 4 months, yet many may take 6 months or longer to heal. Here are some things to take care of during the recovery: Pain Management Pain after an injury or surgery is a natural part of the healing process. Your doctor and nurses will work to reduce your pain, which can help you recover faster.Your doctor may use a combination of NSAID,opiods and local anaesthetics to improve pain relief, as well as minimize the need for opioids. Be aware that although opioids help relieve pain after surgery or an injury, they are a narcotic and can be addictive Early Motion Many doctors encourage leg motion early in the recovery period. Physical Therapy While you are wearing your cast or splint, you will likely lose muscle strength in the injured area. Exercises during the healing process and after your cast is removed are important. They will help you restore normal muscle strength, joint motion, and flexibility. Weight Bearing When you begin walking, you will most likely need to use crutches or a walker. It is very important to follow your doctor s instructions for putting weight on your injured leg to avoid problems. Fracture pain usually stops long before the bone is solid enough to handle the stresses of everyday activities. If the bone is not healed and you put weight on it too soon, it could fail to heal. If that occurs, you may need a secondary surgical procedure, such as bone grafting or revision fixation. I hope this helped