Should I Go to Physical Therapy When My Fractured Foot Heals?
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I fractured my second metatarsal in my right foot last month by jumping off of the shelf by the shed in my backyard (i know right?) barefooted, and yes, I learned my lesson. :) Anyway, this month I went to the podiatrist and they x-rayed it and said there was a hairline fracture in my second metatarsal in my right foot and put my foot in a walking boot. I am going to get the boot off on January 7, 2011. So, when I get it off, should I go to physical therapy? Thanks, y’all! Merry Christmas!
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Answer by vballchic2209
This would be something to talk to your doctor about. Typically, the only reason you would need to go to physical therapy would be to strengthen your calf muscles that have atrophied because you have not used them while in the boot. Because you broke your foot and say not your ankle, you are not looking at a joint that was injured that needs to learn how to return to normal functional capabilities.
Answer by jaemee
Hi, Caroline. Sorry you have been hurt. If your foot has been immobile for very long, if you have worn the boot for 3 weeks or more, you might need a little help in retraining the muscles and nerves to move in their full range again. Possibly an exercise guide sheet for you to follow will be all that you need.
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