{"id":2708,"date":"2022-04-07T02:24:04","date_gmt":"2022-04-07T00:24:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dr-ibrahimgado.com\/fractures-of-toes-and-metatarsals-2\/"},"modified":"2026-01-22T13:10:37","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T11:10:37","slug":"fractures-of-toes-and-metatarsals-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dr-ibrahimgado.com\/en\/fractures-of-toes-and-metatarsals-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Fractures of toes and metatarsals"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\u00a0\u00a0Causes, symptoms and treatment methods<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The toes of one foot consist of 14 bones (phalanges), and the metatarsal consists of 5 bones that connect the toes to the ankle joint. Previous bones can fracture as a result of many reasons, which we will learn about in the following lines.<\/span><\/p>\n

Causes of toe and metatarsal fractures<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Fractures of the toes and metatarsals affect individuals as a result of:<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Something heavy falls on the instep or toes.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Violent collision of fingers with solid objects.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Symptoms of toe and metatarsal fractures<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Immediately after the fracture occurs, the patient shows the following symptoms:<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Severe pain in the toes and metatarsals.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Swelling at the site of injury.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Bruising appears around the fracture site.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The injured person is unable to walk using his injured foot.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Diagnosis of toe and metatarsal fractures<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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The doctor examines the fingers and metatarsals in the clinic, and if he suspects a fracture, he requests one of the following tests to be performed to determine the location and degree of the fracture:<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0X ray.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Magnetic Resonance.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0CT scan.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Treatment of toe and metatarsal fractures<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The most important methods of treating toe and metatarsal fractures include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Reduce broken bones without surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Immobilize the bones using a splint or wear a cast replacement shoe to help hold the bones in place until they heal.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Open surgery is performed to stabilize the bones by installing screws and plates to ensure that the bones remain in place until they heal properly.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It is recommended to elevate the foot and use ice compresses to reduce swelling and pain. It is also necessary to take the analgesic and anti-inflammatory medications prescribed by the doctor.<\/span>
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