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I had been recently operated for fractured left femur bone. In how many days will it take for the bone to get fixed.
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For lower limb it takes 6 weeks.
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Hi lybrate-user any bone need 6wks to get united and and as you are operated you have to be careful and continue your physiotherapy.
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A femur fracture usually takes around 20 - 24 weeks (5- 6 months) to completely unite. Depending on the fracture configuration your surgeon will instruct you about weight bearing.
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