How many days after removing the steel plate from the tibia of the lower leg can one walk on the ground?

After removal of the steel plate from the tibial bone in the lower leg, patients are generally able to walk with assistance about one week or around three weeks post-surgery, depending on individual recovery conditions. The specific analysis is as follows:

1. Around 1 week

There will be a surgical wound at the site after removing the steel plate from the tibial bone. Bed rest is required and strenuous activities should be avoided. If the patient has good physical health, the wound usually heals relatively quickly, allowing them to walk with support (such as crutches) about one week after surgery.

2. Around 3 weeks

If the patient has poor overall health or inadequate postoperative care, wound healing may take longer. In such cases, it typically takes about three weeks before the patient can begin walking. However, care must be taken to avoid excessive weight-bearing, which could lead to wound dehiscence.

It is recommended that patients wait until the wound has fully healed and obtain medical clearance from their doctor before gradually resuming walking.