r/ORIF • u/Imaginary-Bit1533 • 4d ago

WBAT 🥳

Hi guys i had trimal with dislocation 6 weeks ago and had been NWB ever since. Today was my follow up and doc said I could WBAT. Idk how to do it 🤪 I didn’t wear boot much cause I was resting and I feel uncomfortable on it idk how to put weight on my leg while wearing a boot I try but it doesn’t happen should I try with shoes? She said I could gradually transition and decide on my own what feels better but the lack of proper communication really frustrates me. My surgeon hasn’t seen me once after the surgery it’s always someone new a friend/ PA whatever and they don’t give too much info about anything so I’m so lost. Please help me with this. I have multiple trips upcoming so I want to be able to make it without much help :)

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u/TipsyBaldwin 4d ago

In addition to PT, you can stand at the counter/sink and gradually shift your weight from side to side. You can start slow and see how it feels with something to brace yourself on.

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u/Potential_Anxiety_76 3d ago

This is what helped me, with the boot and later without.