femur fracture.

this is more of a question regarding a borken femur ..I had surgery on NOv. (( nearly five months ago) and did notunfortunately have insurance at the time of my injury..I am really scared and not certainwhat I can do physically to enhance growth and recuperation. My ortho surgeon stated I should be able to walk 3 mos after the surgery and after almost five I can barely bare weight on it..is there anything that I can do? my current insuror doesnt cover pre existing condiitions and my ortho doctor makes me feel as though I am a nuisance each time I follow up with him.please email any suggestions or advice to rhws0604@yahoo.com

Posted By Rodney M. hughley on March 28, 2007 at 22:21:12:

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Helps strengthen the kneecap mechanism by applying pressure on the tendon above the kneecap as well. This tends to reduce the forces of the quadriceps on the patella tendon and erosion of the under surface of the kneecap due to a possible misalignment of the quadriceps (Q-angle).
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