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What Will Be The Duration Required For Crutches Treatment?
hello, I ve been using the crutches since three months ago cause doctors said that I have algodystrophy on my left hip. May i know the duration of this treatment? (taking miacalcic 2 times/day). Drs adviced not to put weight on my leg so thats why i use the crutches, but the problem is that i m not feeling better. thank u
Thu, 10 Aug 2017
Hello,
Thank you for using Healthcaremagic.
I read your question and understood your concern.
I would suggest you to start partial weight bearing and slow transition to one crutch and then without crutches at all in the next 3 months.
Wish you quick recovery.
Dr. Selmani
Thank you for using Healthcaremagic.
I read your question and understood your concern.
I would suggest you to start partial weight bearing and slow transition to one crutch and then without crutches at all in the next 3 months.
Wish you quick recovery.
Dr. Selmani
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