Is plaster really necessary for hairline fracture in 5tg metatarsal bone?
I can walk but have swelling.
If I don't want to put on plaster what is the other step I can take up to cure it?
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Is it 5th metatarsal base fracture ?.If it is then you should get plaster .
Orthopaedic surgeon after seeing x ray can discuss other options if possible .it depends on fracture and site.
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