Can you walk with a femur fracture?

Full recovery from a femur fracture can take anywhere from 12 weeks to 12 months. But you are not alone. Most people experiencing a femur fracture can begin walking with the help of a physical therapist in the first day or two after injury and/or surgery.

What is femur fracture?

A broken femur is a break in the thighbone. The femur is the longest, largest, heaviest, and strongest bone in the body. It makes standing and walking possible. Because of the femur’s strength and size, femur fractures tend to occur only when the thighbone comes under significant force.

Is a femur fracture serious?

A broken thighbone, also known as a femur fracture, is a serious and painful injury. The femur is one of the strongest bones in the body, and a break or fracture in the femur bone is often caused by severe injury such as trauma sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

Does a femur fracture require surgery?

Most often, a femur fracture requires surgery in order to guide the bones into place so that they can heal properly. There are three main types of procedures, defined by the type of device used to keep the bones in place: Intramedullary nailing—This is the most common surgery for femur fracture.

Can a femur fracture heal itself?

Recovery. Most femoral shaft fractures take 3 to 6 months to completely heal. Some take even longer, especially if the fracture was open or broken into several pieces or if the patient uses tobacco products.

How do you sleep with a broken femur?

Invest in a specialized pillow, like a body pillow, for elevation—keeping the broken bone above your heart prevents blood from pooling and causing swelling. Try sleeping on your back first while propped up on a few pillows.

Which fruits are best for bones?

Fruits

• Blackberries.
• Blueberries.
• Figs, dried, uncooked.
• Grapes.
• Kiwi fruit, fresh, raw.
• Mulberries.
• Plums, dried (prunes)
• Pomegranate juice.