Physio Bob,

Just a quick update after i sought your advice.

I obtained a 3rd opinion from a different hospital. They placed me into a cast for 2 weeks and i went back on Monday for a further xray. After questioning me about my lifestyle/job etc they stated exactly what you had said regarding correct alignment and yesterday i underwent a op to pin the fracture. I'm now home and have been told a 6 week recovery period is in order for the bone to heal, then probably another 6 weeks for me to get my calf muscles/ankle etc back in order.

The surgeon was a lovely man but he didnt see the funny side when i asked about doing upper body work at the gym, giving me a lecture on how femme the pin and bone would be until its unified. I understand this and will stay off it for the next few weeks but was wondering when i could seriously consider getting 'sweaty' again (upper body training). I dont want to do the cut or my stitches and harm at the moment.

Thanks again for the initial info and advice as you have probably saved me a load of future problems with my foot.