Talar Dome Fracture

[Hunter_PT]

Well...for one...you shouldn't be weightbearing yet. Usually a wait of 4-8 weeks of NWB to PWB gait until healing is apparent. During this time you'll do PT for ROM, strength, etc. Pain is also common following this procedure for up to and sometimes past a year.

[cheryls9379]

Thanks for the reply. Do you think a glucosamine/ chondroitin supplement will help in the long run?

[Hunter_PT]

well....let's put it this way...it won't hurt. I use a chondroitin supplement for my knees.

[cheryls9379]

Just wondering if you have ever had this condition before?

[Hunter_PT]

No. I've just treated a lot of osteochondral defects in ankle, knees, etc... If just takes time for it to heal. If you get full ROM in all planes and strength/proprioceptive abilities/neuromuscular control in your ankle it should begin to feel better.

[cheryls9379]

Thanks for all the info. It has been very helpful.