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broke 5th metarsal

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broke fith metatarsal non displaced very active in a short leg cast up to knee should I weight bear if it hurts when I put prssure on the foot. is better to non weight bear or is weight bearing better


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    Vivian Abrams DPM

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    Did you ask whoever treated you what is the way to proceed? The answer can vary depending on the type of fracture, your physical condition, level of activity etc.

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    is it better to weight bear or non weight bear with broken 5th metatarsal in cast which is proven for healthyier recovery pls

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