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I just dropped a full can on my foot and would like to know how likely it is i broke it?
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Can't say: Redness? Swelling? Tenderness? Angulated bones? pain? decreased range of motion? The only way to know if one has a fracture (for sure) is with radiograph.
Answered 9/12/2017
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The: most reliable clinical indicator is BRUISING and PAIN while standing/walking......a XRAY should be sought you cannot bear weight or wear a shoe..... Hope this helps BTW APPLY ICE UNTIL YOU FIND OUT!!! Dr z
Answered 9/12/2017
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Not 50/50.: Well, that would depend on the size of the can, how high it fell from, shoes or not and your age. But the odds are 75% no and 25% maybe.
Answered 9/12/2017
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