Tibial plateau fractures are fracturs that occurs at the top of the tibia, and involves the cartilage surface of the knee joint. These type of fractures can be non-displaced (meaning relatively aligned) or displaced (meaning not in alignment). A non-displaced fracture can often be taken care of non-surgically, but require restricted activities. When a displaced fracture occurs, normally surgery is the option that must be taken to ensure adequate healing.
Recovery from a tibial plateau fracture can take several months. Because the cartilage is involved, the patient must take every precaution to keep the affected extremity from weight until healing is documented. Each injury will require its' own healing time and appropriate restrictions. Healing varys per patient and injury.
Recovery from a tibial plateau fracture can take several months. Because the cartilage is involved, the patient must take every precaution to keep the affected extremity from weight until healing is documented. Each injury will require its' own healing time and appropriate restrictions. Healing varys per patient and injury.
