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I have t12 fracture 28% on standing , it has been 8 weeks & wearing a brace , can i be sat up? run? heels? sleep on my side? define 'get mobile' plz?
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This is best: Answered by the orthopedic surgeon caring for you. It is unwise to second guess a physician who has first hand knowledge of you, your medical history, any complicating factors and the progress of healing. N i would prefer to defer to him/her.
Answered 4/12/2014
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