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S It True That NSAIDs Slow Down Healing After 5th Metatarsal Fracture In One Foot And Sprain In The Other?
Question: Six days ago I fell and broke 5th metatarsal on one foot and sprained other. . Local doctor put me in a boot and will X-ray again in 3 weeks to check healing. Trying to do evertything toprevent surgery. Are there any vitamins, foods, etc to promote healing. Also, is it true that NSAIDS slow down healing?
Brief Answer:
Some suggestions to promote healing.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
My name is dr.Dorina Gurabardhi.
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
I am really sorry about your accident.
I suggest to you to consume foods that contains :
1)calcium which is the main mineral to promote bone healing.So I suggest you to consume spinach, XXXXXXX yogurt, and milk.
2)magnesium that you can find in almonds,avocado
3)zinc that you can find in chia seeds
4)vitamin D that you can take from sunlight
So you should consume fruits and vegetables.
You can also take these vitamins and minerals as daily supplements.
NSAIDs actually influence negatively in healing.This is caused by the fact that this medication stop inflammation which is very important in healing process.
So,I suggest you to avoid these medications during the healing period.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have any other questions feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
Some suggestions to promote healing.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
My name is dr.Dorina Gurabardhi.
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
I am really sorry about your accident.
I suggest to you to consume foods that contains :
1)calcium which is the main mineral to promote bone healing.So I suggest you to consume spinach, XXXXXXX yogurt, and milk.
2)magnesium that you can find in almonds,avocado
3)zinc that you can find in chia seeds
4)vitamin D that you can take from sunlight
So you should consume fruits and vegetables.
You can also take these vitamins and minerals as daily supplements.
NSAIDs actually influence negatively in healing.This is caused by the fact that this medication stop inflammation which is very important in healing process.
So,I suggest you to avoid these medications during the healing period.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have any other questions feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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