Question 1

does a bone spur on the top of the first metatarsal always indicate arthiritis? i have full range of motion. previous x-rays show no arthiritis.

Accepted Answer

No: It can occur as the result of trauma.

Question 2

bone spur on metatarsal, treated with cortisone, now foot is swollen ankle to toes, painful to stand or walk.  what should i do now?

Accepted Answer

Go see your doctor: Painful swollen foot could be due to infection, sprain or fracture. You need an physical exam to determine what's going on. Perhaps even an xray. Consider a heating pad if there's any warmth or redness (but don't delay going to see your doc). If it's neither hot nor red, then you might consider cold pack for an injury

Question 3

is it possible to have a bone spur on the fifth metatarasal bone of the feet?

Accepted Answer

Spurs: Its possible to get "spurs" or osteophytes in multiple locations. A bone spur in the fifth metatarsal area would be rare but possible.

Question 4

how long does it take the 2nd metatarsal bone to heal. its not broken or fractured. it happen almost 3 months ago & it still hurts alot?

Accepted Answer

Not fractured?: What happened?  If it is a stress fracture then it is fractured.  It will take 8-16 weeks to heal.  Sounds like you need to be reevaluated.  See your doctor (Foot Doctor).

Question 5

is there anything i can do to strengthen my metatarsal bone after surgery?>

Accepted Answer

Follow MD's guidance: Definitely discuss what is activities are safe or not for your particular surgery with your surgeon. In general, most healthy bones heal in about 6-8 weeks. Eating healthy and doing your prescribed rehabilitation will help strengthen your healing bone after surgery.

Question 6

podiatrist said metatarsal bone dropped. add metatarsal raise on insole. what caused the drop? will it go back? how long do i have to wear raise?

Accepted Answer

Contracted toe: The most common cause of a dropped metatarsal is a contracted ( hammered) toe.  If the metatarsal pad helps it can be made permanent by incorporating it into an insert.  The condition can also be corrected surgically.  Discuss this with your podiatrist.

Question 7

fractured 5th metatarsal bone. when can i start skateboarding again?

Accepted Answer

It depend: Some fracture metatarsal need surgery and some need cast for a while, ask your doctor were are you between those.

Question 8

what is the best recovery strategy for right first metatarsal bone fusion?

Accepted Answer

Listen to your doc : Follow post op instructions. I would also make sure your vitamin d levels are normal.

Question 9

fractured 5th metatarsal bone. how long until i can start skateboarding again?

Accepted Answer

It depends: On where the fracture is, how extensive it is, and how it is treated.  It might take you 6-8 weeks before you can start riding again. Ask your treating doctor what is recommended for you.

Question 10

what are some of the treatments for metatarsal bone fractures?

Accepted Answer

Cast or boot & rest: Most mildly displaced to nondisplaced traumatic or stress fractures of the metatarsals heal well without the need for surgery. There are a few exceptions, including a specific fracture of the 5th metatarsal called a jones fracture. A boot walker or a cast are often used for treatment, and typical healing occurs in approximately 6 weeks. Crutches may also be used with the cast or boot.

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Metatarsal bone spur

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Does a bone spur on the top of the first metatarsal always indicate arthiritis? i have full range of motion. previous x-rays show no arthiritis.

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Bone spur on metatarsal, treated with cortisone, now foot is swollen ankle to toes, painful to stand or walk. what should i do now?

A member asked:

Is it possible to have a bone spur on the fifth metatarasal bone of the feet?

A member asked:

How long does it take the 2nd metatarsal bone to heal. its not broken or fractured. it happen almost 3 months ago & it still hurts alot?

A member asked:

Is there anything i can do to strengthen my metatarsal bone after surgery?>

A member asked:

Podiatrist said metatarsal bone dropped. add metatarsal raise on insole. what caused the drop? will it go back? how long do i have to wear raise?

A member asked:

Fractured 5th metatarsal bone. when can i start skateboarding again?

A member asked:

What is the best recovery strategy for right first metatarsal bone fusion?

A member asked:

Fractured 5th metatarsal bone. how long until i can start skateboarding again?

A member asked:

What are some of the treatments for metatarsal bone fractures?

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