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Calcaneal fracture

2016-05-13 12:45:24
5 months old calcaneal fracture in left leg leading to plano valgus deformity. seeking advice regarding the best course of action between physiotherapy and surgery and who would be most qualified doctor to perform this surgery.
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Hello.... Orthopedic surgeon will do surgery ...if its a fracture leading to major deformity surgery has to be done... Physiotherapy only adviced in pain management and in mild injuries where they heal on their own ...After fixing it doctor apply cast to heal . . consult orthopedic surgeon in nearest hospital...

Answered2016-05-14 03:23:58

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