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Two weeks with 5 met broken bones. swelling down. still having pain. need a boot cast. no ins and cd not afford ortho spec. saw some online.

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Dr. Brian Dierckman answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

See below: Ice, elevation, crutches and a boot are your best bet then. Only put enough weight on the foot that its not painful.

Answered 9/9/2013

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CAM walker: Look into getting a cam walker boot, one of the black boots with velcro straps that goes up to the knee. This will help offload the foot similar to a cast. You can probably find some online, and you will need to wear it for 6 weeks or more. Healing can be delayed if you are a smoker or diabetic.

Answered 9/9/2013

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