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I have a half cast after a tibia break & 2 months with a full cast, i can now walk unaided. does this mean they'll be able to take my cast off soon?

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Maybe...: Once the orthopedic surgeon treating you is satisfied with healing both by x-ray and clinical exam. Sounds like you are getting there!

Answered 12/1/2013

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