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A member asked:
Is an x-ray necessary for a jammed 5th toe if there is tenderness over the dip joint but not over the pip joint?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Probally not: Toes are always getting bumped and banged and even with breaks there usually justed taped to stabilize them.
Answered 4/28/2013
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X-rays : Could be helpful in making a correct diagnosis and giving you an idea how long it will take to heal and stop hurting.
Answered 5/9/2013
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X-ray : It's always a good idea to get an x-ray to see if fracture is present. If no fracture or closed fracture then tape it to the next toe.
Answered 4/30/2013
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