Can you fly with a cast on your foot?

Can you fly with a cast on your foot? It's best to check with your travel operator or airline. Some airlines require you to wait 24 hours after a plaster cast has been fitted for flights less than 2 hours, and 48 hours for longer flights. This is because there's a risk of swelling after a plaster cast is first fitted, which can affect your circulation.

Can you fly with a boot and crutches?

Contact the airline or airlines you are flying with and tell them you are on crutches at least 48 hours in advance. Airlines do not classify crutches as extra luggage, so you can still take your regular allowance without paying extra. Don't be a hero and not ask for assistance, thinking that you can manage on your own.

Is it okay to fly on an airplane with a broken foot?

It is safe to fly with a broken bone if it is properly set and secured. However, it is best not to fly at least 48 hours after the plaster cast has been applied.

Can you fly after surgery for broken ankle?

In most cases, doctors who perform foot and ankle surgeries recommend that you avoid travel for at least 4 weeks, while some advise waiting 3 months or longer depending on your case. Your recovery time frame should always be discussed with your doctor directly. How does flying increase risk of DVTs?

Can you fly with a cast?

Before flying, the plaster cast must be split along its entire length if it has been on for less than 48 hours. This allows for any swelling of the affected limb within the cast to subside and reduces pressure on the skin during the flight.

How do you get around an airport with a broken foot?

Wheelchair help If you have a cast on your leg and need a wheelchair to get around the airport and board the plane, tell your airline as soon as possible. They can arrange for a wheelchair to meet you at both ends of your journey. There's usually no additional charge for this service.

How do you travel with a broken foot?

Erickson said, “It is safe to travel by car or plane with a broken bone as long as the fracture is appropriately immobilized. For lower extremity fractures, travel is easier with a knee scooter instead of crutches. Patients should remember to elevate the injured extremity during and after travel to decrease swelling.”