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6 yo son broke collar bone 3 1/2 weeks ago. follow up appt is in 4 days but he wants to go to a pool party before then. he's doing great & moving- ok?

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Dr. Daniel Solomon answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Ok with supervision: The problem will not be the pool but the potential to slip and fall or vigorous play with other kids. Be cautious. Presumably an indoor pool in mn!

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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