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Broke foot and big toe is slightly turned towards the other toes. buddy tape? seems no one will help me. no ins no $$$$$

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Dr. Mark Galland answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Bunion: Try purchasing a bunion splint. This will help pull the toe back to its normal position.

Answered 9/11/2013

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The question : Is not clear. How do you know the foot is broken? Which bone is broken? Many people have a big toe that turns towards the lesser toes, this describes a hallux valgus deformity (bunion) that can occur without a break.

Answered 9/27/2013

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Dr. Wenjay Sung answered

Specializes in Podiatry

If it's broken: You'll need to see if the fracture is displaced or severe, but usually off-loading in splint and crutches is called for if its a fracture. If it's a severe fracture, you may need surgery to repair the broken bones. Buddy splinting may actually make it worse because of the displacement. Good luck.

Answered 4/3/2014

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