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Weightbearing after ankle fracture fixation; A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials, a modern perspective.
Foot and ankle surgery : official journal of the European Society of Foot and Ankle Surgeons·June 30, 2026·PMID 42386456
Why it mattersOrthopedic surgeons managing ankle fractures face ongoing debate about optimal postoperative weightbearing. This high-level evidence supports early weightbearing as a safe strategy that accelerates short-term functional recovery without increasing complications, potentially improving patient satisfaction and reducing disability duration.
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