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I have a 4 mnth old non union malleoulus fracture which was misdiagnosed initially causes me constant pain, should i still walk on it as doctor said?

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Dr. Rick Pospisil answered

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Non union: Non Union malleolar fracture which has pain with weight bearing can indicate that it is not healing. Some type of support and use of a cane is necessary as well as frequent follow up xrays.

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Answered 2/6/2016

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A member asked:

I have a 4 mnth old non union malleoulus fracture which was misdiagnosed initially causes me constant pain, should i still walk on it as doctor said?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rick Pospisil answered

Dr Iwata and 3 doctors agreed

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