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How long will you wear a cast for a fractured knee?
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Depends: Length of casting depends on many factors with the number one factor being the rate of healing of the fracture. Casting is often utilized until the fracture demonstrates stability and significant healing. This most typically ranges from 4 to 8 weeks.
Answered 4/11/2013
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