A member asked:

I stumped my toe 3 months ago and it still hurts so i had xrays today and dr said it was fractured but sll that could be done was a shot. is that it?

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Dr. Wenjay Sung answered

Specializes in Podiatry

No: If it's still fractured after 3 months, it may be considered a nonunion. An injection only masks the pain, but does not treat the problem. You may benefit from a bone stimulator and improved nutrition. Also, since it hasn't been treated it properly, you may benefit from reduced swelling by off-loading the area or splinting the toe. I'd recommend seeing a different doctor for another opinion.

Answered 7/18/2013

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is fx healed: It depends on the findings, but if the fracture is not healed it needs to be fixed via surgery, if it is healed a strapping of the foot may be helpful, see a podiatrist for evaluation and treatment.

Answered 10/12/2013

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