Question 1

will a foot stress fracture heal if i walk limitedly on it?

Accepted Answer

yes: It is wise to avoid nsaids like ibuprophen. Listen to your body and limit weight bearing. The walking boot will help. It takes 8 weeks to heal a fracture. Lower stress by visualizing  positive experiences to increase beta endorphins to protect stem cells needed for healing,  get a good night sleep, eat 6 healthy small meals and exercise upper body  6 times a  day for good circulation and nutrition.

Question 2

how do i know when a foot stress fracture is healed b/c my foot hurts when walking but not when i'm resting soon as start to walk it hurts so bad?

Accepted Answer

Have an X-ray: The only way to determine if a fracture has healed is to not healing across the fracture site with an xray.  If you walk on a stress fracture that is not healed, you can risk creating a complication - possibly a displaced fracture.  See the doctor and get x-rays.

Question 3

can i still walk my dog with a boot (for stress fracture of foot)?

Accepted Answer

Foot fx: This depends on the location of the fracture. As long as it is not a fifth metatarsal jones fracture most likely you can bear weight in a protective boot or shoe. Talk with your doctor to be sure.

Question 4

feels like a stress fracture in top of left foot.  ice or heat.... hurts to try to walk?

Accepted Answer

Such: An issue may benefit from rest and ice. You should have an x-ray to further evaluate situation, talk to an orthopedist.

Question 5

my foot hurts when i walk hurts when flex my foot up i had a stress fracture in foot about 9 months ago what else could it b?

Accepted Answer

Have a foot exam...: Your stress fracture 9 months ago may have been more than just the bone injury.  There are several soft tissue structures that overlay the top of the foot.  There are tendons and ligaments which may have been damaged.  Have the foot checked properly.  See a podiatrist for a full foot exam.  You had a bone scan and ct scan, but an MRI is a better diagnostic test to evaluate the soft tissue.

Question 6

so i walk a lot my foot been hurting a lot when walking i've had a stress fracture in my foot from overuse what could b causing this pain even when i?

Accepted Answer

Unhealed fracture?: From what you say, you're continuing to walk on an unhealed stress fracture -- which is bound to continue hurting.  Hopefully you're working with your family doctor, podiatrist, or orthopedic doctor on this, and following recommendations.  It sounds like you need to talk with your physicians again, and give that foot a better opportunity to heal.

Question 7

i have pain when i walk on the bottom of my foot at the head of my 4th an 5th metatarsal. i had an xray and didn't see a stress fracture. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Plantar fasciitis : Painful head of metatarsal area could be joint irritation or tendons, once you have ruled out a fracture.  RICE, rest, ice, compression, and elevation may work well.  A short 5 day course of NSAID (Motrin, Ibuprofen, aleve, or naproxen ) may help also

Question 8

diagnosed with stress fracture in foot. i have an air boot but my leg is starting to hurt when i walk. what do you suggest?

Accepted Answer

Ask your Ortho doc: Speak with your orthopedist. That is the doctor who can best answer your question.

Question 9

foot stress fracture 7 months ago had bone scan but my foot still hurts when i walk doc says its tendonitis don't know?

Accepted Answer

Stress Fracture?: Stress fracture can present as you described. Discuss the results of the scan with your doctor and don't be afraid to look for a second opinion, it always helps.

Question 10

i had a small stress fracture in my fifth metatarsal in 9/17 from running. my foot is still sore when i walk too much on the top and bottom of my foot.  i am still unable to run. is that normal?

sore foot 8 months after stress fracture

Accepted Answer

Difficult healing : 5th metatarsal fractures can be very slow to heal.   This is especially true for “Jones” fractures at the base of the bone.  If you have ongoing symptoms you need to see your orthopedic surgeon or podiatrist

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