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A member asked:
How much swelling and pain is normal after a met. orif? still swollen, esp. at end of day, sore to walk on or touch and usually red
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Healing: from a metatarsal ORIF can take around 6 weeks at least. Swelling on and off will remain in many patients for up to one full year after the surgery. Pain should start to subside after surgical intervention. If it does not decrease daily you should see your surgeon for a follow up!
Answered 5/2/2016
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