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Can He Play After Having Crack In Growth Plate?

My grandson has a small crack in his growth plate and is in a boot. No sports for 6-8 weeks. He is only 6 and I am wondering if it is okay to take him to the beach and the sand in the boot. I know he can t go in the water but is it okay for him to play in the sand
posted on Wed, 27 May 2015
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I understand your concern. I feel it is safe not to strain till the cast or boot as you called is removed. Injury to growth plate or cartilage heals up very fast in children and long term complications are not seen > Just relax, He can walk in the sand taking care not to disturb the growth plate by strenuous activities.like jumping .
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Can He Play After Having Crack In Growth Plate?

I understand your concern. I feel it is safe not to strain till the cast or boot as you called is removed. Injury to growth plate or cartilage heals up very fast in children and long term complications are not seen Just relax, He can walk in the sand taking care not to disturb the growth plate by strenuous activities.like jumping .