Physical therapy is often needed for a femur fracture to heal properly.
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Location and Pain Sensation of a Broken Femur
Afemur fractureis very painful.
When to Begin Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation for a femur fracture should start as soon as possible.
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In these cases, you will need to use crutches or a wheelchair to get around.
You will start with non-weight-bearing exercises and gradually progress as you might tolerate putting more weight on your leg.
The glutes also provide strength and stability for your legs to help with balance.
These muscles keep you balanced when moving and changing directions.
Standing Hip Extension
This exercise helps strengthen your glute muscles.
Standing Hip Abduction
This exercise helps strengthen the gluteus medius muscles on the sides of the hips.
This also helps bear weight on your leg, especially while going upstairs.
During your recovery, walking and standing for long periods of time will be difficult at first.
This can impact your ability to work and engage in family and social activities.
verify you attend regular physical therapy visits to ensure your leg heals properly.
How to Find a Physical Therapist
Your healthcare provider may recommend you aphysical therapist.
you might also do an internet search for physical therapy practices near your home.
Physical therapists work at various locations, including private clinics, hospitals, and healthcare providers offices.
At-home care services can be used to deliver physical therapy to people who have difficulty with transportation.
Insurance Coverage and Costs
Thecostof your physical therapy visits will depend on your individual coverage.
The more actively engaged you are in your rehabilitation process, the better the chance of a successful recovery.
Your surgeon will fix it as best as possible to preserve the full length of your leg.
A broken femur can take three to six months to heal.
Some facilities require a prescription from a referring healthcare provider to start physical therapy.
Walking after a femur fracture is a goal that is typically achieved within the first few weeks after surgery.
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