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Is the normal athletic tape strong enough to use to realign my 5th metatarsal and cuboid?
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Yes: Athletic tape does help support joints but it will stretch out over time. Taping is a good place to start to see if it helps. If it does you might want to consider an orthotic evaluation that might be a longer term solution.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Fractured foot: Probably not with weight bearing. A splint and/or cast is likely and if not properly aligned you may need a pin/wire/plate and a cast.
Answered 3/15/2012
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Define realign: If you have a dislocation then no...Tape does not last for long periods of time. Athletic tape is used to prevent sprains by preventing the foot/ankle from rolling over, but not strong enough to realign bones.
Answered 10/3/2016
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No: Normal athletic will not be strong enough in this region of the foot.
Answered 5/6/2019
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