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Could someone possibly fracture your leg and still be able to walk?

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Dr. John Scuba answered

Specializes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Fracture disability: Yes, it is possible. When there is a nondisplaced fracture, there may be pain, but walking can be tolerated often with a limp. So it's important to have any fracture or potential fracture evaluated.

Answered 9/29/2016

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