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Have i fractured my heel? when do you need an x-ray?
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See a foot specialis: If you think you fractured your heel you should have an xray to confirm the fracture. Often heel fracture occur after falling from a height often from a ladder but can occur from blunt traum as well.
Answered 3/29/2015
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Now: If you are having severe pain or have had trauma to the heel an x-ray would be a good idea.
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