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A member asked:
How long does it take the 5th metatarsal to heal on an active 9 year old?
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Not long....: If the child is healthy it should only take a few weeks. Children heal fractures very quickly.
Answered 11/9/2012
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Depends: Depending on the location of the fracture to the fifth metatarsal healing can take him anywhere from 4 to 6 weeks to much longer. Fractures that are near the base of the fifth metatarsal may take longer to heal due to the body's vasculature in the area. This is called a jones fracture and often times surgery is performed to correct this type of fracture.
Answered 11/9/2012
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Met fracture : Is he/she in a boot? If immobilized typically 4-6 weeks.
Answered 4/24/2015
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