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Boxers Fracture Cast removal
Hello Doctor, I met with a small accident 3 weeks back and developed a small boxers fracture. I am looking for assistance whether it healed for me to remove the cast or I should keep it for another week ? Please refer the attachment.
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1 more week of casting is needed. Fracture usually takes 4 to 6 weeks to unite...
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Dr. Harmesh Kapoor
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Is this a fresh xray, it looks good.
Just give 10 days more for proper healing.
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consult with all the details.
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