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Is it possible for a stress fracture of the foot to heal on its own without treatment?
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Yes: While it may heal on its own, immobilization via a cam walker or surgical shoe will make it quicker and less painful.
Answered 10/14/2012
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Yes: The quickest route to healing would be to immobilize the foot, but the fracture will eventually heal on its own. The more pressurei n the area and the more motion trying to occur at the fracture line the more pain you will have.
Answered 4/12/2014
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Yes: It is much better to seek treatment. You do not want to end up with a non-union.
Answered 9/28/2016
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