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12 y/o w/ Broken 5th Metatarsal

My son is 12 and broke his 5th Metatarsal playing basketball. The Dr. told my wife it was a “clean” brake, “whatever that means”.
He just had his cast removed after 4 weeks but is still using his crutches.
He is anxious to begin playing baseball but is afraid to apply pressure on foot.
He is being very cautious, which is good.
But, how long should I have him wait before he can play sports again?
Also, he claims his heel hurts a bit?


1 Comment found

    Vivian Abrams DPM

    9 10

    I recommend you see an internal medicine specialist. You may have something more going on. There is no way I can direct you to use something over the counter unless I can see it to make a diagnosis.

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