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A member asked:

Have stress fracture 3rd metatarsal- been in a boot 10 weeks, using crutches. still pain, swelling, x-ray shows only some healing. need specialist?

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Possibly: You're developing a delayed union. If you're not seeing a specialist already you should. It may be too early for a bone stimulator for your doctor can look into that for you.

Answered 8/1/2015

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