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Is it possible to heal a tibial sesamoid fracture without surgery?
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Yes: If the blood supply to the bone is ok sesmoid fractures can heel in a fracture boot.
Answered 10/24/2012
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It is possible: Though because the blood supply to this all bone is very fragile, extreme care with this injury should be undertaken.....I.E crutches over walking......Etc etc.
Answered 3/16/2013
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