Question 1

how long should i plan on being in a boot for a torn metatarsal ligament due to  trauma between first and second lesser toes.

Accepted Answer

Weeks: Ligaments need 3-4 weeks to heal and scar in place.  Although some people may heal quicker or slower, 3-4 weeks tends to be the average.  Hope that helps!

Question 2

how would i be able to tell  if i have a stress fracture of metatarsals or ligament tear?

Accepted Answer

MRI : Stress fractures and ligament injuries sometimes require MRI for definitive diagnosis. A bone scan can also show a stress fracture that does not show up on x-ray. Often these injuries are treated effectively based on a patients symptoms, history and exam findings. Advanced imaging studies are not always necessary.

Question 3

can a torn ligament heal?

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Yes: Soft tissues like ligaments can heal on their own, usually in 3-6 weeks, however they may need to be immobilized or protected while healing and rehabilitated after healing.

Question 4

how can i know if i have a torn ligament?

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Rip torn: A ligament tear can be described as slight, partially torn and completely torn. The injury will probably show varying degrees of swelling, bruising and certainly pain. In the more severe tears there will be some degree of joint instability. Some type of imaging like X-ray or MRI, could make it easier to not only check for fracture but also verify the degree of injury.

Question 5

how to know if i've torn my acl ligament?

Accepted Answer

Examination by an : Orthopaedist is key.  We can often tell by exam only. An MRI can be used to confirm the diagnosis.

Question 6

what are some ways to treat a torn ligament?

Accepted Answer

Several ways: Immobilizing the ankle in a cast, splint or boot will allow the torn ligament to scar down over time.  Ligaments normally take longer than bone to heal, around 3 months.  Surgery is another option where the doctor will try to recreate the stability of the torn ligament(s).

Question 7

how to know if i have torn ligament or worse?

Accepted Answer

Joint laxity by exam: Ligaments are actually static or passive restraints that connect bones at a joint. They also serve to help control and constrain or limit the range of joint motion. If a joint becomes loose or unstable and there is a sudden or subsequent increase in a range of motion, a ligament is presumed to be injured (sprained) or torn. A thorough examination of the joint will predictably make the diagnosis.

Question 8

what are some of the symptoms of a torn ligament?

Accepted Answer

Bruising: As well as pain, swelling, and instability.  Some people have difficulty using the injured part as well.  I mention bruising first because just from visual inspection, bruising tends to indicate that a ligament was torn or bone broken compared to just a sprain.

Question 9

when should the pain from a torn ligament start to subside?

Accepted Answer

All torn up: Well, that would depend on the location of the ligament, the severity of the tear and what you are doing to help the ligament repair.

Question 10

is it safe to work out with a torn ligament?

Accepted Answer

No: that ligament needs rest and time to heal

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How to know if i've torn my acl ligament?

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How to know if i have torn ligament or worse?

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