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I got a y-shaped fracture in my cubiod. my followup with the ortho isn't for 5 days. i was told to stay off of it until then(dr didnt wrap). any help?
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Yes: You should probably be in a cast or splint on crutches with strict non weight bearing until being seen by an orthopedic surgeon. To not do this runs the risk of having a non displaced fracture become displaced before it can be seen and appropriately treated.
Answered 2/23/2016
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Crutches: Stay off the foot on crutches until your dr can evaluate you for definitive care.
Answered 2/23/2016
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