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Broken leg w/ screw told not to put weight on it or else screw will shatter. fell, leaned on leg briefly while wearing walking boot. will it be okay?

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Dr. Blake Miller answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Most likely: I'm not sure what surgery you had, but breaking hardware is typically very painful. If you aren't experiencing increasing pain or swelling, it's probably okay. X-rays would confirm your suspicion.

Dr DeGruccio agreed

Answered 1/27/2015

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A member asked:

Broken leg w/ screw told not to put weight on it or else screw will shatter. fell, leaned on leg briefly while wearing walking boot. will it be okay?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Blake Miller answered

Dr DeGruccio agreed

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