A 46-year-old member asked:
I have a broken leg, no cast can't sleep. any suggestions?
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Dr. Jeffrey Visotskyanswered
Occupational Medicine 38 years experience
Leg fracture: Ice, pain meds and elevation are key factors
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Help, I can't sleep because of broken leg with no cast. Anything I can take?
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Dr. Bradley Butkovichanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 29 years experience
You can support the: Leg with a brace. Immobilization is key. You can use towels wrapped around your leg and something as simple as a broomstick on the inside and outside of your leg wrapped with a bandage to hold he leg still. Ice NSAIDs and Tylenol (acetaminophen) will also help.
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Last updated Jul 6, 2014
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