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May have fractured foot growth plate. if so would i get a cast or boot?
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It depends: Where is fracture, how extensive, need to see what going on, seek out a podiatrist or orthopedist.
Answered 6/5/2015
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Possible: Depending on the Orthopedic specialist and the bone fractured they will either five a walking boot or cast . Good luck
Answered 6/5/2015
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