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A member asked:
Explain poor circulation and its causes and symptoms and is it likely to hinder union of an ankle fracture if so why?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Need blood 2 heal: Healing of any tissue requires blood supply, better the blood supply better & faster healing, bone especially. Things that effect blood supply, r smoking, which u have control over, diabetes and arterial sclerosis r other common causes of less blood supply. The lower extremities r more susceptible then upper.
Answered 3/16/2014
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Yes: Good circulation is key for proper healing. The feet are probally the first things to be affected when the bodies circulation begins to deteriorate. Bad circulation can be caused by unhealthy diet, lack of excercise, cigarette spoking and medical issues such as diabeties.
Answered 11/25/2014
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