Background: Pott`s fracture is one of the most common lower limb fractures
representing a significant percentage of the trauma workload. Aim of the study: The study
aimed to evaluate the effect of instructional guidelines for patients with pott's fracture to
improve physical activity and functional ability. Design: Quasi–experimental design was
utilized. Setting: The study was accomplished in orthopedic Unit at Mansoura University
Emergency & Accident Hospital then patients were followed up at orthopedic outpatient
clinics. Subjects: Purposive sample of 52 patients at orthopedic department selected
according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. Tools: Three tools were used. Assessment
interview questionnaire sheet includes demographic and health relevant data, knowledge
assessment sheet and Baird and Jackson Scoring System (BJSS). Results: Showed
statistically significant improving of both physical activity and functional ability level after
the application of instructional guidelines. Conclusion: The study concluded that there was
an effective effect of instructional guidelines on improving physical activity and functional
ability among pott`s fracture patients. Recommendation: It was recommended that
Handout with instructional guidelines should be distributed and be available for every
Pott`s fracture patient admitted to orthopedic department, which are supported by the
presence of a nutritionist and exercise trainer.