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Could you tell me what good techinques are there for srcatching and taking a shower for a broken leg?

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Dr. Ki-Hon Lin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Caution: There are no good techniques for scratching because this would involve accessing an area which is not visible because it's under a cast or splint - and that is not recommended. Showering can sometimes be done with a garbage bag or similar protection to keep the leg dry. Ask whether you are appropriate to switch to a fracture boot, which would make it much easier to shower.

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Answered 9/28/2016

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