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Is Flying Safe With A Fractured Leg?

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Posted on Sat, 17 May 2014
Question: HI Doc ..im getting over a broken foot , I did it 3 weeks ago . Im booked to fly 6 hours to Bali 10 th May ..whats your opinion on this ..Thanks XXXX
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (43 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
You can fly on 10 may.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for your query.

Generally fracture of foot needs 4-6 weeks of immobilization.In my opinion you can fly on 10 may. Elevate your limb while flying.

I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.

Take care
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Is Flying Safe With A Fractured Leg?

Brief Answer: You can fly on 10 may. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. Generally fracture of foot needs 4-6 weeks of immobilization.In my opinion you can fly on 10 may. Elevate your limb while flying. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care