Results
A total of 147 patients were eligible for inclusion. Fifty patients were randomized. Of these, 24 were randomized in the non-weightbearing group and 26 in the walking boot group. Weightbearing radiographs excluded 23 (15.6%) of 147 patients due to ankle joint instability. Twenty-two (14.9%) of 147 patients were not willing to participate. Other reasons for exclusion can be found in Fig. Flow diagram describing patient enrollment and randomization during this trial. *Different treatment initiated by surgeon: 3 weeks non-mobilization in a below-the-knee cast, followed by 3 weeks of mobilization using a below-the-knee castBaseline characteristics