Question 1

can i re-fracture my 4th metatarsal in the same spot?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Having a fracture does not prevent future fractures, and can possibly make that area more susceptible to fracture if it did not heal properly during the initial break.

Question 2

how soon can i walk with my fractured metatarsal?

Accepted Answer

Depends : How bad, some can walk with surgical shoe immediately.

Question 3

what's the best way to know if my fifth metatarsal is fractured?

Accepted Answer

Xray: The only way to determine a fracture is by taking an xray.  Don't think that just because you might be able to walk on the foot that it isn't broken.  See the doc and get an xray.

Question 4

what can cause recurrent metatarsal fractures?

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I would think : Low vitamin d levels for starters. Assuming you aren't jumping off of buildings....

Question 5

fracture of 5th metatarsal, what to do?

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Need more info...: It depends where the fracture is on the fifth metatarsal and if it is displaced or not.  Need more information or an x-Ray.

Question 6

what is a metatarsal stress fracture?

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See below: It is a break in one of the 5 long bones that is just behind the toes.  Usually happens from excessive pressure or trauma.

Question 7

how do i know if i have metatarsal stress fracture?

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X-ray and exam. : Most stress fractures in the foot will have local tenderness to the bone.   An x-ray will usually show if you have a stress fracture or not.   If the stress fracture is new it may not show up on an x-ray for 2-3 weeks.  In the early period an MRI would be able to show if you have a stress fracture or not.

Question 8

what should i do about potential metatarsal stress fracture?

Accepted Answer

See a podiatrist.: It could be a stress fracture of one of the central metatarsal bones, or just plantar forefoot pain from lack of enough cushioning of the foot.  For more cushioning, try spenco standard insoles.  If you want the insoles to have arch support as well, use the spenco polysorb cross trainer style.

Question 9

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.

Question 10

healing time for displaced spiral fracture of 4th & 5th metatarsal?

Accepted Answer

6wks: Classically, bones take about 6 weeks to heal.  Some bones like the base of the fifth metatarsal can take longer or never heal.  Spiral fractures tend to heal because of the increased surface area of the spiral.  Just make sure they don't heal in a twisted position.

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