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Broke my metatarsal 5 from my left foot.i had surgery and a rod that.s still in. it's been 6weeks on 1oct.will i be able to go snowboarding in decemb?
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Fracture metatarsal: Yes you should be able to go snowboarding in december if the fracture is healed.
Answered 10/1/2013
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Fracture: Assuming all heals well , that is possible. You do not state your age , physical condition, etc. Sometimes serious stress such as that has to wait a while. See your surgeon for the very best answers
Answered 11/12/2013
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