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If you have an air cast walking boot can you still walk?

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Yes: That is the idea of the walking boot. But talk to your doctor since some still want you to use crutches with no weight bearing.

Answered 7/29/2013

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A member asked:

If you have an air cast walking boot can you still walk?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

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