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Following an ankle fracture what type of shoes can i wear?

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Depends: If it has been a while since the fracture and it is healed then regular shoes should be fine. If just occurred then you will need a cam walker for the fractured ankle.

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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I dont think there: Is any hard and fast rule. I would make sure they are supportive and comfortable.

Answered 12/1/2013

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