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Pseudofracture: An Acute Peripheral Tissue Trauma Model
Published on: April 18, 2011
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In brief Two intercollegiate hockey players sustained a fracture of the fifth metatarsal. They were treated conservatively with a short leg cast for 10 to 13 days, followed by 4 to 6 weeks of physical therapy and no weight bearing. The athletes returned to competition 12 and 18 days postinjury, respectively. An Orthoplast pad was attached to the outside of the skate to protect the area during competition. Both players finished the season with no further problems. Because hockey players do not experience lower-extremity pounding, they can return to participation quickly and safely after fractures to the fifth metatarsal bone.
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