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I have a fracture of the left 2nd metatarsal that is still healing and my Dr. has ordered physical therapy.  What I want to know is will physical therapy help in the healing process of a fracture or is that something that should be done once the bone has healed?
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Hi there!

Physical therapy would not help in the healing process but is advised as recommended by your doctor to prevent stiffness of the joint. Physiotherapy in an unhealed fracture is done in a way so that stress at the fracture site is avoided while promoting movement at other joints. You may discuss the option in detail with your orthopedician/ physiotherapist.
Hope this helps.

Take care!
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Hi there!

Physical therapy would not help in the healing process but is advised as recommended by your doctor to prevent stiffness of the joint. Physiotherapy in an unhealed fracture is done in a way so that stress at the fracture site is avoided while promoting movement at other joints. You may discuss the option in detail with your orthopedician/ physiotherapist.
Hope this helps.

Take care!
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Thank you very much, your information was very helpful in answering my question.
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