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Broke 3rd metatarsal w/dislocation,2 weeks ago.doctor said recovery the same with or w/out surgery.allowing it to heal naturally. no pain, improvement in movement, haven't stood on the foot. swelling comes and goes, is this a problem?

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Without exam and seeing the xray no opinion can be given. If you trust your doc follow her/his advice. If not happy get another opinion

Dr Trantalis, DPM agreed

Answered 6/17/2023

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When there’s a fracture of a metatarsal the parabola of the metatarsal heads is what is important for weight-bearing and distribution of weight, evenly without creating a painful callus

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