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Ankle pop plaster is loose
I got pop plaster on my ankle for a hairline fracture and I feel like it's half inch loose inside. How should the cast feel loose or tight?
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Coz of swelling …
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Because of swelling
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If swelling reduces, than plaster will be loose
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Dr. Mayank Daral
Orthopedist
6 yrs exp
Delhi
A POP cast should feel snug and supportive, not tight and not noticeably loose. Some looseness can happen after the first few days as swelling goes down, but a cast that moves or feels ½ inch loose may not give proper immobilization. Do not try to tighten it yourself and seek review promptly especially if pain increases or you feel instability.
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