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Had orif 3rd met 7 wks ago (22 wks non-union), surgeon says mostly healed, no boot, walk and do physio. pain (sharp at times) and swelling- normal?
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Bone stimulator.: There is a product called a bone stimulator that you wear for 20 minutes per day. Ask your surgeon if they can arrange for you to get one. It has been clinically proven to accelerate bone healing.
Answered 12/9/2015
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3rd metatarsal fract: If u still have pain and swelling the bone is not completely healed . Use a stiff shoe ,no physio, until u can walk comfortably without pain. May take another 6-8 weeks , should have follow up xray in 4 weeks
Answered 12/10/2015
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