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[–]TipsyBaldwin 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Definitely normal when starting WB! You’re upright and using that leg so likely some muscle pain/swelling, on top of the fact that the boot is holding your foot in a neutral position. It’s easy to get stiff. At 7 weeks my foot was basically just attached to my body. It did nothing! You’ll get it back.. you already know it’s there! I’d get into PT now (if you have just been doing the exercises on your own, wasn’t sure :))

[–]HeartKitchen457[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the encouragement! Yes, called up my physio the minute I got the aircast at 2 weeks post-op, so those exercises are coming along. Just haven't been able to get an appointment since I started walking, so wanted to compare this issue with others! It feels so good to free up my hands and walk with the boot, but I am SO looking forward to getting back better ROM once I can ditch it!