If you injured your leg or foot check out these real life tips on how to survive a non-weight bearing cast – or splint. I didn’t think getting around on one foot would be so challenging, I don’t know what I was thinking! Here’s my story as well as some awesome tips and tools that have made everything so much easier.

It is frequently observed that during non weight bearing, people tend to not use the entire leg and thigh with fear of causing re-injury. Though, some parts need strict immobilization and a generally put into a non weight bearing cast or non weight bearing boot as per the type and extent of injury.

2007年2月13日 · A non-weightbearing (NWB) cast is what the patient has when you tell them, "Don't put any weight on it." A weighbearing (WB) cast is one on which the patient may walk. An Aircast has a rocker bottom sole, so if you tell the patient, "You may put weight on it" then it …

Being non-weight bearing can be a little annoying, but it is for the betterment of your health, and failing to comply with your doctor’s instructions can serve to make your surgically-repaired foot worse.

It is important to keep the cast and dressing dry. The nurse or physiotherapist can give you information about a product that will keep your leg dry while you shower. It is possible to shower in a walk in shower by sitting on a plastic stool or chair.

A below-knee cast (or short leg splint or brace) may provide sufficient support for stable diaphyseal tibial and fibular injuries. Tibial fractures managed with a short leg cast require close radiological follow-up. A short leg cast can also be used following surgical fixation in the early postoperative period.

2013年11月9日 · So I insisted with my local foot doctor to be in a short-leg cast instead of a walking boot. I did not want anything to hinder my healing process. I wanted my ankle/foot to stay in neutral alignment in a cast; otherwise, I would have pain from muscle spasms trying to hold a joint that slips out of place.

A cast covering your ankle will not take your weight – even if you have a cast you should not put any weight on your foot. When is full NWB used? Full non-weight-bearing is required after serious knee, hip, ankle or foot injuries.

While sitting perform a circular motion with your ankle in a clockwise direction, then go counter clockwise. Repeat on other foot. While in a seated position, write out the alphabet in the air …

Your physician has decided that you are to be non-weight bearing (NWB) on your surgical/ injured leg. It is important to adhere to these weight-bearing instructions to avoid disrupting the healing process. Your physical therapist can help answer any …