A 34-year-old member asked:
How long does it take for a toe fracture to heal?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Matthew Ennaanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 22 years experience
6 weeks: Generally, a toe fracture (phalanx fracture) will heal in 6 weeks. This can vary, though. For instance, smokers and diabetics are prone to healing more slowly.
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Dr. David Lahaanswered
Podiatry 40 years experience
1-2 months: Healing depends on alignment, persons ability to heal and how well you take care of it. You can have residual soreness for several months. Wear a good stiff shoe and limit your activity. Dr l.
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Dr. Payam Rafatanswered
Podiatry 24 years experience
Depends...: Factors that may speed your recovery include: immobilization, elevation, good nutrition, follow your physicians’ instructions and do not smoke. Bone healing usually takes 4-6 weeks depending on the type of fracture. Each person has a different healing potential depending on age and overall health.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
How long does it take for a big toe fracture to heal?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Scott Welkeranswered
General Surgery 29 years experience
A few weeks: Toe fractures can take a long time to heal, partly because it's very hard to immobilize the bones. But be patient, it will heal. Take it easy, no running or kicking until you are healed on an x--ray!
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