A member asked:

Metatarsal stress fracture- 16 weeks of boot, crutches- pain, swelling. some callus evident but healing incomplete on x-ray. what can be done?

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Dr. Steve Mora answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Slow to heal: You may want to ask your doctor if they can prescribe a Bone Growth Stimulator. Sometimes we fix these problems with surgery however it depends on many factors.

Answered 5/31/2016

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