kramskoi
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depending...probably not. natural movement helps blood flow which is important to that healing. as long as the bone was repaired correctly...its actually probably best he use it.
Adds micro-motion as well...in addition to the use of a bone stimulator, which seems more than likely in this case. Weight-bearing exercise is best for building bone density. As long as he isn't in "practice" mode, he should be fine. You don't necessarily want muscle and tendon strength to atrophy in the foot-ankle area. This would likely complicate a full return to "elite" status this year. As long as prudence is exercised, I see it as a plus.