How long does it take for the tibia and fibula to heal?

How long will it take for the cuts of a tibia surgery to heal?

• i fractured my tibia a while ago, and i was told i needed surgery because i didn't stay on crutches for the full time i needed to. if i get surgery will i be able to be up and doing things the next day? the doctor said they are making two cuts one at my knee and the other at my ankle and there just going to put a medal rode in my leg to secure the bones. i have a lot going on in my life and i cant afford to take time off.

• Answer:

  You may be able to get up and around the next day depending on your pain tolerances. Ambulation is going to be on crutches and totally non-weight bearing for weeks. I think it is more likely that it will be a day or two before you feel like getting up but everyone has different pain tolerances. Remember that you are going to have to follow the orthopedist's orders this time.