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I broke my 5th metatarsal (little break) midway down 4 weeks ago. appt in 2 days. is it likely i will be able to take the boot off so i can drive?

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Probably: will be pretty close and wouldn't be surprised if your doctor took you out of the boot.

Answered 6/1/2019

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