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Lisfranc injury
Why follow up a nondisplaced Lisfranc injury treated without surgery?
Author: Dr. Jiwu Chen
Doctor’s answer
Initial alignment does not guarantee stability during later loading. Scheduled clinical and imaging review during protection can detect separation, arch changes or persistent problems that require a different treatment plan.
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