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I fractured my foot in 2 places 2 weeks ago. should i stay off work? it's still very swollen & i've been advised to keep it elevated above hip level.
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TYPE OF WORK: Can you work w/ your foot elevated? Why don't you just ask your doctor.
Answered 8/11/2016
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