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Almost 2 years ago my back was broken in a accident how of ten should i check up with my doctor
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Not often.: Your back should certainly be healed by now. Unless someone told you otherwise routine f/u for healed fractures is not indicated.
Answered 11/17/2012
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Well usually once a : Year is sufficient. You should be going to your doctor anywayz at that interval. You want to make sure that the altered biomechanics have not caused you to have a disc herniation or further slippage.
Answered 9/29/2016
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