Home care for a tibial
stress fracture includes:
- Avoid the activity that caused the problem for at least 6 weeks.
- Apply a cold compress:
- Wrap ice in a moist hand towel. Do not apply ice directly to the skin.
- Apply for 20-30 minutes, every 1-2 hours, for the first few days.
- Rest the injury.
- Use a walker.
- Use crutches.
- Follow splint care instructions.
- Elevate your leg:
- Above your heart if possible.
- Take prescribed medications as directed.
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain
for pain:
After healing is complete, home care for tibial
stress fracture may include:
- Tibia stress fracture exercises:
- Stretch the leg muscles several times a day.
- Apply warm compresses for stiffness and inflammation.
- Replace old or worn-out shoes.
- Gradually return to normal activity before you start to exercise.
