Question 1

what is done for a broken big toe?

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A lot depends...: On where the break is at.  If it is not into a joint, there should be some degree of worry about displacement as well. Rest, ice, compression, elevation and splinting will help.  See a podiatrist for an x-ray and make sure it doesn't get worse.

Question 2

how do i tape my broken big toe for soccer?

Accepted Answer

I would very much: Discourage you from playing soccer with a broken big toe. Big toes are the most important toe in walking. If the toe is broken and you play soccer potentially you can injure the digit more. If i was your doctor i would recommend against you playing.

Question 3

difference between sprained big toe and broken big toe?

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Bone break: Strain refers to soft tissue derangement (tendon, ligament, and or muscle,  while fracture means the bone has been broken. The break does NOT need to be separated, as a crack,in the bone is still a break, as is separating a tendon attached to bone.

Question 4

after how long can i start walking with a broken big toe?

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Right Away...: Provided it is splinted and you are in a surgical shoe with a rocker bottom for 4 - 6 weeks first.

Question 5

why can't my friend walk if all she has is a broken big toe?

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Maybe it hurts: Maybe it hurts. One uses the big toe to propulse or push off the ground when walking so if broken walking may hurt. A surgical shoe would decrease this effect and make it easier. It would also depend if the break was displaced or not and or if it was near the joint line. She may have been warned by her doc not to walk. Usually though, for most broken toes you can walk with a surgical shoe.

Question 6

how can i treat broken big toe?

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Hallux fracture: First- you shouldn't treat it yourself! an x-ray is necessary to be sure that the break is in good alignment- otherwise poor healing can result with long-term problems. If the x-ray shows good alignment and no joint involvement, a surgical shoe with a stiff sole, or a cam walker for 2-4 weeks will help.

Question 7

what can i do for a broken big toe?

Accepted Answer

A lot depends...: On where the break is at.  If it is not into a joint, there should be some degree of worry about displacement as well. Rest, ice, compression, elevation and splinting will help.  See a podiatrist for an x-ray and make sure it doesn't get worse.

Question 8

how long does it takes for a broken big toe to heal?

Accepted Answer

Bone takes: 6-8 weeks to heal on average. Can be a little shorter or a little longer. Smoking and low vitamin d levels will possibly slow healing.

Question 9

how long should it take for my broken big toe to heal?

Accepted Answer

4-6 weeks: If you keep the fracture site from moving too much when you are standing and walking the fracture should be non painful in 2 to 4 weeks.  The bone will be healed(on x-ray) in between 6 to 8 weeks depending on your circulation. If you do not splint the bone and the broken bone edges move around it will take considerably longer.

Question 10

how long is it supposed to it take for a broken big toe to heal?

Accepted Answer

Bone in general: Takes 6-8 weeks to heal.

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