Question 1

how long after a broken toe can i wear shoes?

Accepted Answer

broken toe: Depends on the type of shoe, if it is a closed dress shoe perhaps six weeks, with athletic shoes four weeks.  Don't use time as an indicator, when it feels ok then it is ok to wear the shoe.

Question 2

i had surgery to pin a broken toe 6 months ago. i still can not wear any shoes apart from flip flops. any suggestions on what to do?

Accepted Answer

Lets review your que: Your bone is still remodeling--I would wear tennis shoes or slip one. Cute sandals are also an option.

Question 3

two months after displaced last toe fracture. i am unable to wear closed shoes

Accepted Answer

May need surgery: if a fracture has healed in poor alignment, you may need surgery to have it corrected.

Question 4

can i wear regular walking shoes for recovery after big toe fracture?

Accepted Answer

Thick soles are best: The stiffer the sole of the shoe, the less the toe bends.  The less it bends, the faster it heals.

Question 5

how do you treat a broken toe?

Accepted Answer

THis would depend: if the bones were displaced or the fracture was intraarticular or at the joint. A surgical shoe and wrapping of the digit to limit motion and offer some compression's a good idea.

Question 6

how can you heal a broken toe?

Accepted Answer

R.I.C.E.: ( r ) est: if the pain is continual, rest is an important way to prevent further injury. ( i )ce: for a 20-minute cycle apply a towel- wrapped ice pack to the sprain (20 minute on and 20 minutes off). ( c )ompression: to help restrict the swelling wrap an elastic bandage tightly around the injury. ( e )levation: elevate the ankle to even with your heart. This aids fluid away from the injury.

Question 7

is a broken toe serious or not?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on how severe the break is. If the toe is very crooked it may need to be reset. Otherwise just immobilize it and it should heal fine. If the break goes into a joint it will create an arthritic issue for you.

Question 8

what can i do to fix my broken toe?

Accepted Answer

Buddy tape, then....: Buddy tape the toe to the adjacent toe and see your doctor.   You might need an xray and/or a consult to the podiatrist or ortho. 
Try to keep in still and protected from harms way.   A majority of the time, that's all that is needed.

Question 9

are crutches needed for a broken toe?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: However, there may be circumstances where it's a good idea. Such as an intraarticular or comminuted fracture.

Question 10

will i need crutches for a broken toe?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It will depend on the type of broken toe you have.  There are some fractures that will need to avoid weight bearing and those typically will need crutches.

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