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Hairline fracture
Hi my kid 6 years old had hairline fracture (calf leg ) about 6 weeks ago , his cast was removed but we are not given or prescribed any supporting cast or splint .is it ok to continue practicing walking without any support? Does this hairline fracture effect his growth?
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Dr. Karri Venkatesh
Orthopedic surgeon
5 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
No need of any splint..
Straight away the kid can participate in all activities
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
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6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Its ok.. it will not affect growth
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Dr. Nanda Kumar Bhairi
Orthopedic surgeon
21 yrs exp
Bangalore
6 weeks is ok need to see X-ray for union to suggest on activities please consult
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Dr. Amrutha Nagisetty
Orthopedic Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Nellore
6 weeks of rest more than enough for hair line fracture..
Yes start walking
Prior to that share xray , so that I can advice you
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