Questions & Answers

Q&A

Answered by Dr. Ranvir Sachin

Can a fibula fracture heal on its own?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The X-ray attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) indicates a fracture and swelling around your ankle, as you have mentioned. If you start putting weight on your leg, the fracture will not heal. In addition, I need to see the X-ray films from the surgery.

September 6, 2024

What is the best treatment for my thoracic vertebra compression fracture?

Hello, Welcome back to icliniq.com. I have gone through your MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) and x-rays (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). I can see that there is a compressive fracture of the T12 Vertebra, which is stable. Currently, the best treatment is bracing, including Calcium and Vitamin D3 supplements and rest. To prevent such problems in the future, you need to take precautions while walking to avoid falls as you are an osteoporosis patient.

January 17, 2024

Am I suffering from arthrosis of spine and both the knees?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through all of your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). I can see that there are early osteoarthritic changes in the knee joint. In the spine, there is mild scoliosis (a sideways curvature of the spine) and degenerative changes due to age. 1.

November 15, 2021

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