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I had a cast put on yesterday but it is hurting the arch of my foot. my previous cast was not at the same angle. is this normal? is it just my plantar fascia stretching out? i don't know if i need to go in and get it changed?

Q: i had a cast put on yesterday but it is hurting the arch of my foot. my previous cast was not at the same angle. is this normal? is it just my plantar fascia stretching out? i don't know if i need to go in and get it changed?

: Gin and have someone take a look.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Gin and have someone take a look.

Answered 9/30/2022

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Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

You need to return to be evaluated. Pressure points in a cast can be dangerous and cause ulcerations. Do not wait.

Answered 9/30/2022

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A member asked:

I had a cast put on yesterday but it is hurting the arch of my foot. my previous cast was not at the same angle. is this normal? is it just my plantar fascia stretching out? i don't know if i need to go in and get it changed?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

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