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If you break your big toe, are you suppose to wear a cast?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Broken Toes: Nope. Usually there is nothing done for broken toes. Some doctors tape the to another toe for added support. This all changes if there is a break in the skin and the toe bones are displaced or crushed.

Answered 4/26/2013

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See below: It depends on the type of fracture. Sometimes, external stailization is required.

Answered 4/27/2013

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Depends: On the location and type of break. If it is intraarticular or comminuted or displaced, a cast may be utilized to best stabilize the bone to maximize healing potential.

Answered 4/27/2013

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