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Maetarsal V fracture rehabilitation
Metatarsal V fracture, non-displaced, close to 5 weeks ago, conservative treatment with Aircast boot. May I take off the boot for non weight bearing exercise like gentle ankle flexion? No pain at fracture site anymore. Still significant swelling using Reparil 20mg x 3 daily.
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This fracture usually heals on 5 weeks. Absence of Pain or tenderness specially on stressing the area ( by inturning the foot by applying some force) is the sign of healing. U may remove the brace and stress the area. If no or minimal pain then may walk without brace. Avoid twisting of foot. U can apply any gel or spray locally
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Get an x-ray done first after 5 weeks and discuss with your doctor
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Need clinical examination
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Dr. Jyoti Singh Kapoor
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11 yrs exp
Delhi
Please follow up the your treating doctor, as advise regarding this can be given only after seeing moat recent X-ray and clinical picture
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