A 46-year-old member asked:

Is it safe to sleep on my side with a broken leg?

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Dr. Bernard Bach Jranswered

Orthopedic Surgery 44 years experience

Depends.: Depends on where the break is, and how it's being protected. Check with your doctor.

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