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  • 26 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I recently had an accident on June 23rd, and they put a plaster on my injury that same day. I'm trying to figure out how many days of bed rest I might need before I can start going back to the office. Can you give me some guidance on when it might be safe to return to work?

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Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Bed rest is advised for 6 weeks to the patient.

Dr. Ranjith Suggests...

Consult a Orthopaedician

Answered 04/07/2025

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