The rehabilitation after ORIF of the calcaneus fracture usually involves a A calcaneus fracture is a break in the heel bone that can occur from a fall, car accident, or other types of trauma. ORIF is a surgical procedure that involves making an incision in the skin over the fractured bone, realigning the broken pieces of bone, and using metal screws, plates, or wires to hold the bone in place while it heals.
The rehabilitation after ORIF of the calcaneus fracture usually involves a period of immobilization followed by physical therapy. The length of immobilization depends on the severity of the fracture and the surgeon’s preference. After the immobilization period, physical therapy is used to improve strength, flexibility, and range of motion of the ankle and foot. The goal of rehabilitation is to help the patient regain normal walking and function of the ankle and foot.