SLUCare orthopedic surgeon Dr. Megan Walters discusses rehabilitation after undergoing orthopedic surgery for foot and ankle. Dr. Walters discusses factors in healing time, including smoking and diabetes, as well as the process for periods of weight bearing. She also talks about what is needed for physical therapy and how long it may take to get back to a state where weight bearing is possible. More information online at www.slucare.edu

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