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3 weeks ago, i was diagnosed to have a fracture in a form of split in the middle phalanx of my right leg big toe and put a splint. should i remove it?
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Toe Fracture: If it is a toe fracture (phalynx) and not the big toe or a fracture in the foot then a splint is unnecessary. Tape the effected toe to the one next to it for a week or two and you should be set.
Answered 7/24/2014
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