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Jumped off the tail gate of a truck and bruised my heels. happened july 4th and i still can't walk on them today. i'm on steroid pack. when can i walk?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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Hopefully soon: Without knowing your underlying condition (overall health-weight-definitive heel issue) I would hope with good rest and the meds you took, you should be bale to walk without pain soon,..if not, get re-evaluated.

Answered 7/12/2014

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A member asked:

Jumped off the tail gate of a truck and bruised my heels. happened july 4th and i still can't walk on them today. i'm on steroid pack. when can i walk?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

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