• How long does a knee fracture take to heal in kids?

My son is 7 years old and had a fracture in his ankle, which is now in a cast. How long will it take to heal?

4 Answers

  • Orthopaedic Surgeon
  • Biloxi, MS

6 weeks

  • Orthopedist
  • Oakland, CA

It depends on the severity- but children heal faster than adults. The Orthopedic Doctor who is treating him would likely give you a close estimate.

  • Orthopedist
  • Alexandria, LA

2-6 weeks. Kids heal much faster than adults.

  • Internist
  • Brooklyn, New York

12 weeks

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