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How can i stay active with a broken leg?

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Dr. Bradley Butkovich answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Certainly: you can work your upper body with weights or weight machines. You can do sit-ups and core type exercises. Swimming could be done if you have a waterproof cast or removable splint. Sometimes even riding a stationary bike is possible.

Answered 9/28/2016

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