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After Ankle Arthroscopy
After ankle arthroscopy, your joint may be swollen, painful, and stiff. Recovery times can vary. Your surgeon will tell you when to resume activity.
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Discharge Instructions for Ankle Surgery
This sheet will help you care for yourself after ankle surgery.
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Discharge Instructions: Removable Cast Care (Child)
Your child will be going home with a removable cast (sometimes referred to as a splint). A cast helps your child’s body heal by holding injured bones or joints in place. A damaged cast can keep the injury from healing well. Take good care of your child’s cast. Here's what you need to know about home care.
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Going Through a Door with Crutches
These images show you how to go through a door safely with crutches.
