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Fibular ankle tip fracture why is it necessary to war heavy boot with metals on side?
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Preven tion: To protect the fracture from "moving" and protect the ligament attachments.
Answered 12/9/2012
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Protection: It appears that you have been given an immobilizer boot with side struts for support. This allows you to walk after the type of injury you sustained. After you have started to heal the person caring for you may switch you to a splint.
Answered 12/10/2012
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