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What is the best recovery strategy for right first metatarsal bone fusion?
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Listen to your doc : Follow post op instructions. I would also make sure your vitamin d levels are normal.
Answered 3/10/2013
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No weight!: Remain non-weightbearing for a period of about 6-8 weeks or until your surgeon says you can bear weight. Bone takes about 6-8 weeks to heal after a fusion. Good luck! listen to your doctor 100% of the time post-operatively.
Answered 1/3/2015
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