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I fractured fifth metatarsal bone (distal) and i was in boot for 4-5 weeks. my doctor said to start physical therapy and i did. there is not much pain, but sometimes my pinky hurts. is that normal? and can i swim in like 2 weeks?

Q: i fractured fifth metatarsal bone (distal) and i was in boot for 4-5 weeks. my doctor said to start physical therapy and i did. there is not much pain, but sometimes my pinky hurts. is that normal? and can i swim in like 2 weeks?

: I believe I told you to go for it ! Now is fine as long as the incision as healed

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Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

I believe I told you to go for it ! Now is fine as long as the incision as healed

Answered 7/11/2023

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A member asked:

I fractured fifth metatarsal bone (distal) and i was in boot for 4-5 weeks. my doctor said to start physical therapy and i did. there is not much pain, but sometimes my pinky hurts. is that normal? and can i swim in like 2 weeks?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM answered

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