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Hurt 5th metatarsal and had swelling, bruising and it hurts sooo much when i walk.clear xrays, yet doc still gave me a walking boot. is that normal?
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Yes: you are compensating and causing bruse to your bone. Look at you regular shoe is it worn out at one side only ? Let me know
Answered 1/26/2015
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