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Jones fracture
Can I run and jump as soon as a Jones fracture is painless?
Author: Dr. Jiwu Chen
Doctor’s answer
Pain relief alone does not confirm union. Examination, follow-up imaging, gait and graded loading guide return. Even screw fixation does not remove delayed-union or refracture risk with premature impact. Recurrent local pain warrants reducing load and review.
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