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Could fractured inflammed leg in a cast be relieved from swelling by providing cold air conditioner air?
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Probably not: Wrap a towel around your leg over the cast and use a large ice pack or big ziplock bag full of ice and secure it with an ACE wrap. Also Elevate your leg on pillows above your heart. should improve. IF not you may need to get the cast SPLIT and loosened.
Answered 6/12/2014
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