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I sustained a non-displaced jones fracture on march 9th. i do not weight bear and use crutches. do i need a cast or splint? more buising has appeared?
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Yes: Typically these fractures are treated in a non-weightbearing cast with x-rays every couple of weeks until healed.
Answered 10/7/2017
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Cast: Jones fractures are prone to not healing. At the very least a cast and crutches is necessary. If it is not showing signs of healing, surgery may become necessary.
Answered 3/21/2013
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