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I had a k-wire put through the center of my 5th metacarpal. it's due to be taken out in 6 weeks but is it ok if i go surfing after 4 weeks or so?
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Ask your doctor: If the k wire exits the skin, then there is by definition a track to the deeper part of the bone. Surfing may expose the bone to bacteria and lead to worse problems. I would ask your doctor if its ok to surf, but i would say "no!".
Answered 3/27/2013
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