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How long is a broken foot in plaster for?
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Bone fracture: Takes 6-8 weeks to heal no matter what type of cast you are in.
Answered 10/7/2017
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Depends on site...: Your foot may not even need to be in a plaster cast. It may just be wrapped and placed in a surgical shoe. It depends on what bone is broken and many other factors. Six weeks is usual for many types of immobilization, but it may be a bit longer.
Answered 10/1/2013
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