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Could really skinny people break bones easier than not really skinny people?

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Many factors: Thin people may not have as much external cushion. It also depends on the quality of the bone, due to factors such as nutrition, age, and general health.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/16/2014

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A member asked:

Could really skinny people break bones easier than not really skinny people?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

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