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Does Putting Foot Down After Microfracture Knee Surgery Cause Damage?

Hi I had microfracture surgery on my knee an told to NWB for 6-8 weeks but its been just over a week an my crutch fell and had to put my foot down briefly...had no pain and isn't painful now but I'm worried I may of caused damage and ruined the surgery
Tue, 20 May 2014
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Hello,

I have studied your case history.


Non weight bearing is advised so that fracture heals without deforming alignment.
If you have put full weight you may need repeat x ray to look present situation.
If there is fracture in your leg bone then it is difficult to walk on it.

Clinical examination is important to rule out injury

For these symptoms analgesic like ibuprofen and chymotrypsin medication can be started.

Continue strict non weight bearing now.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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Does Putting Foot Down After Microfracture Knee Surgery Cause Damage?

Hello, I have studied your case history. Non weight bearing is advised so that fracture heals without deforming alignment. If you have put full weight you may need repeat x ray to look present situation. If there is fracture in your leg bone then it is difficult to walk on it. Clinical examination is important to rule out injury For these symptoms analgesic like ibuprofen and chymotrypsin medication can be started. Continue strict non weight bearing now. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.