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How Long Does A Spiral Fracture Take Time To Recover?
I have a spiral fracture in my 5th metatarsel. Do people normally need surgery for that. It doesnt hurt that bad if I only put weight on my heel. I am thinking I am probably fine to go back to my normal routine and driving. I broke it 4 days ago and was wondering what the likelihood or surgery is and what recovery time usually is.
Wed, 16 Jul 2014
Spiral fractures usually heal welll....surgery is required only if it is dispaced....otherwise a plaster cast will do good work for you.
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