What is a medial tibial plateau fracture?
What is a medial tibial plateau fracture?
A tibial plateau fracture is a break of the larger lower leg bone below the knee that breaks into the knee joint itself. It is rare to only just break the bone. This is an injury that can involve the bone, meniscus, ligaments, muscles, tendons and skin around the knee.
What is medial plateau?
Medial Tibial Plateau (What and where is it) The medial tibial plateau is the surface on the side corresponding to your big toe, whereas the lateral tibial plateau is on the side corresponding to your pinky toe.
How long does it take to fully recover from tibial plateau fracture?
Non-displaced tibial plateau fractures take up to 3-4 months without surgery to heal. When surgery is required these cases take around 4 months to heal.
How long is physical therapy after tibial plateau fracture?
When surgery is required these cases take around 4 months to heal. After this healing period, Physical Therapy most often continues until at 6 months, a patient is typically able to return to a normal life, albeit with certain limitations.
How long does it take to recover from a tibial plateau fracture?
If the tibial plateau fracture requires additional support, a plate will be placed along the bone to help support the fragments while healing takes place. Recovery from a tibial plateau fracture can take several months.
What are the long term prognosis of tibial plateau fractures?
However, a Tibial Plateau fracture carries with it an increased risk of osteoarthritis in a later stage, as well as the possibility of limited range of motion in the injured leg and different limitations and pains, and in rare cases can have complications.
When is surgery indicated for tibial plateau fractures?
Surgery for tibial plateau fractures Surgery is indicated for open fractures, displaced fractures and fractures that alter the mechanical alignment of the limb. Temporary knee spanning external fixation is indicated for high-energy fractures with significant soft tissue injury.
What are the treatment options for tibial plateau fractures?
Rest and apply cold therapy or ice and compression to help reduce pain and swelling. Seek medical assistance immediately.
