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How long does it take for a hairline fracture in the shin to stop hurting because i was playing football got hit in the shin and couldnt walk and i iced it and it didn't help at all but when i got to my house i iced it again and took perscription pain re

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Dr. Jeffrey Sider answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

How about 6-8 weeks: If you have any fracture in your tibia, you really have to assume that it will take at least 6-8 weeks to heal time factors include your age, activity, overall health and any possible medical problems.

Answered 9/17/2012

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Dr. Corinne Kauderer answered

Specializes in Wound care

Shin fracture : Painful shins can be the result of a stress fracture from multiple small contusions that did not heal. Ice the leg and take an anti-inflammatory medication. Make sure you take x-rays and follow up with some immobilization or strapping of the leg. See a specialist asap.

Answered 6/5/2013

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