Weight bearing after ATFL repair

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Sir i had my ankle surgery in aiims Procedure: double bundle atfl+cfl reconstruction using 25%peronius longus. i was told not to have weight bearing on my foot.But i happened to put a step of weight bearing on my foot(toes) while going to bathroom, very next day of surgery. i m fearful could that have pull-out or loosen up the screws,anchors or newly constructed ligament? i want to know do i need to be concerned about it, or its okey to have a weight bearing step just next day of surgery.

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Dr. Warid Altaf Orthopedist 6 yrs exp Pune · Accepted Answer

Dr. Warid Altaf

Orthopedist 6 yrs exp Pune

Just a single step won’t be a problem. Make sure you won’t load it for atleast 6 weeks

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