Patient's question:
A while ago, I got drunk at a karaoke bar, got into a group fight, and broke my femoral shaft. It's been three months now, and I've been drinking bone broth and eating meat, but it's not healing. I have to use a crutch all day, and the pain is unbearable. What could be the reason for the non-union of the femoral shaft fracture?Doctor's answer:
The gradual recovery from a fracture also requires time. Generally, it takes about three months for a fracture to heal. However, post-recovery, bone reshaping is still necessary, and complete recovery typically takes about a year. Therefore, since three months have passed, you can go to the hospital for a follow-up X-ray to check the progress of your fracture healing. If the recovery is progressing well, you can actively engage in rehabilitation exercises.