Proximal Phalanx Toe Fracture- 130 Questions Answered

I got fracture in Proximal Phalanx of little toe, is complete bed rest is required, and if required than for how many days. At present i am not allowed to move at all. Please Advice - Thanks in Advance for your opinion

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Dr. Mangesh Darekar Orthopedist | Pune

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Need to see the X-ray. If the Fracture is undisplaced it can be conserved in Buddy's strapping. U don't need complete bed rest. U can walk with a walker for 2 weeks and can walk on the affected heel a ... Read More

I had a fracture at proximal phalanx left hand little finger recently while playing Throw ball. Doctors have fixed k wires and removed after 21 days, i still see in the x-ray that the bone is in 2 pieces, with out straight alignment. The doctor is telling that it will be alright in 6 weeks. I see the bones are overlapping, i am confused now.

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Mr. Arun Prakash (PT) Physiotherapist | Chennai

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I had a minor toe fracture two months before now i run 2k daily without jumping by buddy taping the toes but i feel sharp pain like something is pinching and when I press the site there is still pain is it normal I take homeopathic calcium osteofit tablet with symphytum is it ok if I leave runing before I had training next month

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Dr. Dewangan Sunil Joint Replacement Surgeon | Raipur

Go gradually it may take 3-6 month for full recovery ... Read More

It has been one month since I broke my pinky toe i had a re x ray of the toe so in how many days can i run or jog normally and I m taking calcium supplement finally this is my x ray report please suggest me still I buddy taped it

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Dr. Nishit Palo Orthopedist | Noida

Running at 6-8 weeks depending on pain over fracture site. ... Read More

Got a hit on my toe fifth finger, while playing Football. Can you please check the Xray attached and advise if there is really a fracture.

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Dr. Nishit Palo Orthopedist | Noida

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There may be a distal phalanx tip fracture of fifth toe. Mostly undisplaced. Try giving rest to the toe with buddy strapping for 4 weeks. ... Read More

I have a fracture on my right leg fifth toe the reports state that " There is an evidence of fracture at the proximal phalanx of 5th toe. Minimal surrounding soft tissue swelling is noted. Rest of the visualised boness and joints appear normal. No bony destruction, erosion or sclerosis is seen." Is this a serious fracture or a minimal one. Do I rea

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Asked for Female, 30 Years 322 Views v

Dr. Gyan Trivedi Orthopedist | Noida

Even if you ignore this fracture , pain will eventually subside and won't affect your walking or running in any way. Could heal or not heal, but won't affect you either way. So you can chill about i ... Read More

Undisplaced fracture of base of proximal phalanx of little finger. X Ray attached is as on 17th June on which the fracture occured. Have put on splint, by tying little finger with adjacent one with a micropore tape for 10 days now. What should I do next? For how long shall I put the splint? What are next steps to be followed?

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Dr. Vivek Pahwa Homoeopath | Delhi

Sir homeopathic medicines can permanently cure your problem rapidly EFFECTIVELY and without any side effects ... Read More

Last night, my right leg toe got banged against a wall, causing swelling and pain. Later xray showed hairline fracture of head of the proximal phalanx 1st metatarsal. I have my exam on 3rd for which I have to board train on 2. What should I do now. My doc has prescribed me some painkiller and swelling tablets. Is it ok if I travel for my examinatio

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Asked for Female, 25 Years 116 Views v

Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia Orthopedic surgeon | Ahmedabad

Apply plaster.. it will help in your pain very much ... Read More

I had pinky toe minor fracture 8 weeks before my doctor confirmed that I can run and jog and even jump my toe is healed so can i jump or should I wait

Asked for Male, 25 Years 76 Views v

Dr. Sivaraman B Orthopedist | Chennai

Do it gradually from walking, jogging, jumping and the running. ... Read More

What is the diet of a hairline fracture what to eat to heal fracture fast food and medicine write now I m taking calcical fm tablet and a homeocal I m asking for food what to eat

Asked for Male, 25 Years 82 Views v

Dr. Neetu Rathi (PT) Physiotherapist | Gurgaon

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If u are non vegetarian then it can help u in healing of fracture or if vegetarian then increase protein rich diet like paneer, daal etc. ... Read More

I have an accident on 17 july 2025 ,and my toe was fractured, please check is it healed on follow up xray on 06. Sept 2025???

Asked for Male, 32 Years 37 Views v

Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedic surgeon | Delhi

This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided. However I would like to examine & investigate you in detail. -Any way it may be tried, --. Dolokind Plus ... Read More

On Sunday I had a terrible sprain in my toe in the left leg with possibly a hairline fracture but I am not sure. I have shown a doctor who is advising me to tape two fingers. Is this the correct solution or should I go for plaster which will make me immobile because the plaster will be upto the knee

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Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedic surgeon | Delhi

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Bones need to be investigated for osteoporosis. Strapping of toe and plaster cast, both are indicated. ... Read More

I had accident 14 days ago, Doctor told me that my feet great toe have some chip fracture, but it will heal itself.. Please tell me will it heal itself without treatment,and how long it will take to heal??!! current i have no pain at Toe.

Asked for Male, 32 Years 61 Views v

Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedic surgeon | Delhi

It needs strapping with the next toe. Kindly use sox at night. ... Read More

Hi, My left foot second toe has got fractured. Can I please guide on further treatment. I have attached the x-ray

Asked for Female, 32 Years 84 Views v

Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedic surgeon | Delhi

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-Strapping of 2nd & 3rd toes. - elevation of foot at night. ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I had broken my left knee proximal tibia 2 months ago due to bike accident. Doctor put cylinder cast and after 1 month start the physiotherapy after cast removing. Now when i start walking after 1.5 months, i noticed my knee surrounding area is swelling too much after 5 to 10 minutes of walking. When i take rest and apply ice then the

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Dr. Rajinder K Sharma Orthopedist | Chandigarh

Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospita ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I had a bike accident and fractured left knee tibia approx 50 days ago. Then my doctor put a cylinder cast as the fracture was non displaced. Cast removal done after 1 month and start the phisiotherapy. Then after 45 days doctor allow me to walk with the support of knee immobilizer and crutch. And after 50 days i am still walking for

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Asked for Male, 38 Years 94 Views v

Dr. Sagar A. Savsani Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon | Ahmedabad

You can full weight bear with 10weeks mostly after checking in xray Regarding knee bending - you can now go for full ROM with physiotherapy ... Read More

After felling canvas board on feet we did X-ray and MRI In mri report it shown Micro Fracture proximal phalange of the great left toe. Crepe bandage for 3months Is crepe bandage is better or medical shoe is better ?

Asked for Female, 27 Years 70 Views v

Dr. Rajinder K Sharma Orthopedist | Chandigarh

I stubbed my toe against some furniture 10 days ago. The area still feels painful upon walking. Got an xray done, it showed a fracture. Complete rest is not possible. What else can be done? Already took anti inflammatory pills and applying ointment. Attached are the images.

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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia Orthopedic surgeon | Ahmedabad

Buddy strapping Plaster application and walking Medicine ... Read More

Hi, I have got a pinky toe fracture on my left foot, almost 4 weeks back. I have two queries regarding this.. 1. The fracture has yet not healed. Latest xray says fracture is still there. What to do? I have attached the xray plate. 2. Meanwhile, I have developed a lesion in the buddy strap area..picture attached. Can I take off the buddystrap some

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Asked for Female, 33 Years 59 Views v

Dr. Rajinder K Sharma Orthopedist | Chandigarh

My left pinky toe got a mildly displaced fracture 3 weeks back. Doctor did buddy strapping with the next finger and said normal activities can be followed. So I have 2 kids and I am all over the place carrying out daily errands and activities as usual.. Pain is there but not as much. However, after almost 4 weeks when I went for repeat xray, as doc

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Dr. Rajinder K Sharma Orthopedist | Chandigarh

Send photo of all X-rays Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Gov ... Read More

Comminuted proximal tibial fracture. Partial ACL tear Mild joint effusion Kindly suggest the dr in plaster on 1 month

Asked for Male, 32 Years 88 Views v

Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedic surgeon | Delhi

Anove knee plaster cast for 6-8,weeks followed by physiotherapy. You should take some anti inflammatory medication & balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals. ... Read More

I have a fracture in my left toe thumb.i have attached the report of x-ray.can you please tell that if there is a need of plaster or something else can work like finger cot?

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Dr. Pavankumar Ravi Orthopedist | Vijayawada

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Splinting and rest are most important. Don't put weight on front half of foot. ... Read More

Hi.i met with an accident on 23rd July 2021.i had proximal tibial fracture.i underwent surgery with genex synthetic bone graft.i have attached xrays.this is my 5th week and I dnt have any pain neither swelling nor discomfort.kindly lemme know when can I put weight on my leg.the above attached xray are 1st...postoperative on day of surgery and 2nd..

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Asked for Female, 33 Years 119 Views v

Dr. Kundan Kumar Jha Orthopedist | Hyderabad

Ideally you should wait for 3 months before weight bearing can be started. Final decision would be taken by the operating surgeon. ... Read More

I had a toe minor fracture 21 days back. Doc had advsd taping two toes together. Want to ask if i need another xray etc or i can get back to normal.

Asked for Female, 42 Years 96 Views v

Dr. Tamil Selvan Orthopedist | Nilgiris

No need pf another xray just remove the taping after 3 weeks if u hav no pain it will be fine dont worry ... Read More

Respected Sir/Madam A minor accident occurs which results as fracture in 3rd toe of the left foot. Little bit pain is present. I have consulted an orthopaedic doctor, he prescribed some medicines such as Calcium tablet & Paracetamol. Rest for 3 weeks. I want suggestions from your end so that it can recovered soon. X-Ray is also attached with th

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Asked for Male, 31 Years 63 Views v

Dr. Md Atif Ortho surgeon | Delhi

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It will heal ..do not worry .. Take medicines as prescribed and strict rest and limb elevation on pillows. ... Read More

Chip/avulsion fracture in left hand thumb (base of proximal phalanx). Please tell me usual recovery time period for this kind of fracture. Is there any risk of complications after spica cast is removed? Kindly inform the strengthening excersizes that I need to do after removal of spica cast.

Asked for Male, 27 Years 126 Views v

Dr. Jaideep Gaver General Physician | Coimbatore

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Hello sir, Needs proper history and clinical discussion, please consult on my personal app, its completely free. *You can have chat or video call discussion* http://arth.link/drortho Or https://play ... Read More

For proximal humerus fracture right side.. I underwent open reduction and internal plate osteosynthesis surgery .. Is it possible to regain full functionality of the arm again ? When I would be able to start physical exercise and sports

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Dr. Mahesh Channabasappa Gonchikar Orthopedist | Bangalore

Yes discuss with your surgeon. Yay are young so you should be able to in few months. Follow strict good physiotherapy advice ... Read More

I had a proximal humerus fracture on my right side back in May. It was treated conservatively and now I have full range of motion. But in certain motion, like in lateral raises, there is still pain. Is it normal or should I be concerned. There is also a lot of "popping" while I rotate my shoulder. Is it recommended to undergo light workout at gym s

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Dr. Nishit Palo Orthopedist | Noida

You can do all exercises and movements of your conservative treatment was successfully done. ... Read More

What would be the physiotherapy course of treatment for a tibia fracture with 9 weeks immobile knee, 2 plates and 9 screws

Asked for Female, 31 Years 89 Views v

Ms. Anuradha Sharma (PT) Physiotherapist | Noida

Start physiotherapy now ... Read More

I met with a road accident and was operated for Proximal tibia type 5 fracture in December beginning I have been in a brace till now ... my query is by when should I be able to bend my knee or remove brace and keep foot down.

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Dr. N. C. Gupta Orthopedic surgeon | Delhi

Kindly show me x rays of the affected part (latest). ... Read More

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I got fracture in Proximal Phalanx of little toe, is complete bed rest is required, and if required than for how many days. At present i am not allowed to move at all. Please Advice - Thanks in Advance for your opinion

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It has been one month since I broke my pinky toe i had a re x ray of the toe so in how many days can i run or jog normally and I m taking calcium supplement finally this is my x ray report please suggest me still I buddy taped it

Got a hit on my toe fifth finger, while playing Football. Can you please check the Xray attached and advise if there is really a fracture.

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On Sunday I had a terrible sprain in my toe in the left leg with possibly a hairline fracture but I am not sure. I have shown a doctor who is advising me to tape two fingers. Is this the correct solution or should I go for plaster which will make me immobile because the plaster will be upto the knee

I had accident 14 days ago, Doctor told me that my feet great toe have some chip fracture, but it will heal itself.. Please tell me will it heal itself without treatment,and how long it will take to heal??!! current i have no pain at Toe.

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After felling canvas board on feet we did X-ray and MRI In mri report it shown Micro Fracture proximal phalange of the great left toe. Crepe bandage for 3months Is crepe bandage is better or medical shoe is better ?

I stubbed my toe against some furniture 10 days ago. The area still feels painful upon walking. Got an xray done, it showed a fracture. Complete rest is not possible. What else can be done? Already took anti inflammatory pills and applying ointment. Attached are the images.

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I had a toe minor fracture 21 days back. Doc had advsd taping two toes together. Want to ask if i need another xray etc or i can get back to normal.

Chip/avulsion fracture in left hand thumb (base of proximal phalanx). Please tell me usual recovery time period for this kind of fracture. Is there any risk of complications after spica cast is removed? Kindly inform the strengthening excersizes that I need to do after removal of spica cast.

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