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I broke my 5th metatarsal in my right foot. i'm currently in a walkin boot. can i swim with this injury as a form i rehab?
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Yes: Swimming is great exercise, and as long as you do not put weight on the affected foot you should be fine. Ps don't forget to remove the boot.
Answered 2/7/2013
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Yes: If you are at the point of walking in a walking boot i would assume there is radiographic evidence of healing. Swimming is a good exercisr that does not put direct weight bearing force on the bone.
Answered 10/4/2016
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