Biden Found to Have Hairline Fracture in Foot Injured While Playing with Dog... Wearing Supportive Shoe

Primary doctor: "Microfracture found in CT scan"
Trump posts "Wishing a speedy recovery" on Twitter

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[Asia Economy Reporter Hyunwoo Lee] It has been reported that President-elect Joe Biden of the United States suffered a minor fracture in his right foot after slipping while taking care of his pet dog. The microfracture was not initially visible on the X-ray but was revealed during an additional CT scan, according to his attending physician. The injury is not severe, and it was diagnosed that he will need to wear a walking boot. President Donald Trump also reportedly posted on Twitter wishing him a speedy recovery.

According to CNN on the 29th (local time), Kevin O'Connor, Biden's attending physician, stated at a press conference, "No obvious fracture was found on the initial X-ray, but the additional CT scan revealed microfractures in the lateral cuneiform and intermediate cuneiform bones in the middle of the foot," adding, "He will need to wear a walking boot for the next few weeks." Earlier, Biden's team announced that he had twisted his ankle after slipping while playing with his dog, Major.

As a precaution, Biden's team conducted X-ray and CT scans at an orthopedic specialty hospital in Newark, Delaware. According to the Associated Press, Biden was seen limping as he headed to the imaging center for the CT scan but walked without crutches or other assistance. At 78 years old, Biden is the oldest president-elect in U.S. history, so even a minor injury attracted significant attention. If inaugurated on January 20, he will become the oldest president in U.S. history, making his health a major focus since he was confirmed as a presidential candidate.

To dispel concerns about his health, Biden disclosed in December last year that he takes medication to maintain his cholesterol levels. At that time, his doctor assessed that Biden is healthy, energetic, and in good condition to successfully carry out the duties of the presidency.

Following the news of Biden's injury, President Trump unusually shared a video on Twitter showing Biden leaving the hospital after treatment and posted a message wishing him a speedy recovery.

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