I appreciate all the answers and help, guys! Everyone has such good info and advice.

Reed's been only wearing the air cast when we go out in public. The doc thought it may be a good idea, for protection. WC is still singing the song about fractures. They don't seem to understand that RSD causes swelling and discoloration. Geez where do they find these nurses? lol
Anyway, Reed's spirits are up, thanks in part to good info. So again, thanks guys! Will keep everyone posted, and he wants to put on some pics too of his RSD leg.