Question 1

what do you do with a broken toe to heal it quickly?

Accepted Answer

Depends: What direction it broke, if any nail is hanging, if there is infection or blood under the nail. More info is needed.

Question 2

what should i do with a broken toe nail?

Accepted Answer

Remove: The broken part and let a new one grow back. Let your podiatrist do it, not you.

Question 3

broken toe! how do i stay in shape even with a broken toe?

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Exercise!: How to stay in shape despite an(y) injury? Do all the other exercises that don't aggravate that specific injury. For instance, if running/walking aggravate your broken toe, avoid that activity for a while until you've healed. But don't give up strength training such as chin ups or pull ups, planks, even one legged push ups. Just use your imagination to find exercises that don't require using toe.

Question 4

is it safe to walk with a broken toe?

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Yes: Most toe fractures require nothing more than rest and/or taping the toe to an adjacent toe.  You can typically walk on the toe without risking further damage.

Question 5

can you use an elliptical trainer with a broken toe?

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Toe fracture: Each fracture has it's own personality. If it is a lesser toe fracture, nonarticular, and can be adequately aligned and protected, the answer may be yes. You want to avoid excess motion at the fracture which would lead to nonunion or malunion.

Question 6

can you use the elliptical machine with a broken toe?

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Most likely: Depends on how severe of a fracture and the location.  Often, elliptical will be possible but ask your orthopaedic surgeon.

Question 7

are you still able to stand and walk with a broken toe?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes yes & : Sometimes no. That is why this is not a good gauge to determine if a toe is fractured. A medical evaluation with x-ray can determine if the toe is broken. A podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon would be able to give you specific treatment  recommendations and to advise of recommended limitations.

Question 8

how do i deal with a broken toe nail? it's broken in half and it keeps cracking.

Accepted Answer

Broken nail: usually caused by some form of trauma. Keep them cut short to avoid catching in socks and shoes. Can have it removed, could use super glue or a clear polish to keep it together. See your local podiatrist for a good exam.

Question 9

is it safe to do yoga with broken toe?

Accepted Answer

No: Although yoga may be performed by someone who has a broken toe, the motions of the foot and balance needed to perform yoga would typically stress the toe joints and possibly cause more harm to the fracture. I would stay with something that allows you to wear a stiff soled shoe while exercising such as a stationary bike.

Question 10

how do i fix a broken toe with drop foot?

Accepted Answer

See below: First a broken toe rarely needs fixing surgically unless the fracture is severely displaced or goes into the joint.  Otherwise buddy splinting to the adjacent toe usually is sufficient unless your dealing with the big toe.  Drop foot is insignificant in how a fractured toe is treated.

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