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A 65-year-old female asked:

I have an avulsion fracture of the talus bone in my foot. can it be weight bearing? my ortho said, as tolerated. i can tolerate some weight. am

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Dr. Navita Modianswered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 27 years experience

That is true : Be careful about your day to day activities ,Make sure donot put too much weight on your foot

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