Question 1

what is done for a  metatarsal fracture?

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Depending on which : It tends on which bone is fractured. And how bad the fracture is. Sometimes you wear a special cast shoe and sometimes you need a cast.

Question 2

tell me about broken metatarsals?

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See below: They are fractures of the long bones of the foot.
If untreated they can shift or dislocated creating severe deformity, pain and need for surgery.
If in good alignment then immobilization is usually needed.

Question 3

how to tell if i have a broken metatarsal?

Accepted Answer

Imaging: Barring obvious deformity, see a physician & have a x-ray to determine if you have a fracture. If there is a fracture then treatment options usually consist of crutches, boot/ cast, or surgery. Please note, if there is a 5th metatarsal fracture, it may be a “jones fracture” , & have a high risk for nonunion, or failure to heal properly so timely medical intervention is key for an optimal outcome.

Question 4

where would it hurt if you broke a metatarsal?

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Metatarsal Fractures: It is important that you see a physician and have a x-ray to determine if you have a fracture. If there is a fracture then treatment options usually consist of crutches, boot/ cast, or surgery. There is a chance that a fifth metatarsal fracture may be a “jones fracture” and have a high risk for nonunion, or failure to heal properly so timely medical intervention is key for an optimal outcome.

Question 5

is 3 months to heal a 5th metatarsal fx unusual?

Accepted Answer

No: Foot injuries especially a 5th metatarsal fracture can take up to 3 months to heal in most cases. If your fracture has not healed after 3 months, you may need a bone stimulator to increase the chance of fully healing the fracture. Consult with your foot specialist to make sure your fracture is showing signs of healing.

Question 6

how long does it take for a childs metatarsal to heal?

Accepted Answer

One month: It should take 4-6 weeks for an uncomplicated well aligned fracture to heal in a healthy child.

Question 7

how long does a titanim rod in your 1st metatarsal last?

Accepted Answer

Indefinitely: If you had a 'titanium rod' placed in your foot, the internal rod will remain throughout your lifetime. If there is loosening of the fixation then it may need to be removed but titanium is a great metal that does not react to the human body and wear down.

Question 8

what to do if i dropped a 5lb weight on my 1st metatarsal, what have i done?

Accepted Answer

Contusion: Have an xray to rule out a fracture. If there is lots of pain when walking, get off your foot.

Question 9

if my 5th metatarsal break heals will it be more prone to breaking during activity in the future?

Accepted Answer

No: There is no evidence that a broken bone heal to be stronger than it was before. Due to the process by which bones heal, there may be a brief period in the healing process when the fracture site is stronger than the surrounding bone. However, they later reach equal strength, and the fracture site is no more or less likely to break again.

Question 10

i broke my 3rd and 4th metatarsal, they were clean breaks right in the middle. how long would it take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Fractures typically: Take 6-8 weeks to heal with proper treatment.

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