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How Long Does A Fractured Toe Take To Heal?
Question: For ODG, how long is the healing time for a fractured toe, (fifth toe)
Brief Answer:
Healing from fracture
Detailed Answer:
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You are concerned about how long it will take for a fracture 5th toe. Fractures of the toe are very common and will usually take 4-6 weeks to completely heal. In order to treat a fractured toe we routinely recommend buddy taping the toe to the adjacent toe This provides a natural splint and allows for good healing. If you have any additional medical problems like diabetes then the healing may take longer and may need additional observation by your doctor
I recommend you buddy tape the toe and repeat your x-ray in 4-6 weeks to be sure the bone is healing.
For pain you can use Tylenol or Naprosyn.
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Healing from fracture
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for contacting HCM
You are concerned about how long it will take for a fracture 5th toe. Fractures of the toe are very common and will usually take 4-6 weeks to completely heal. In order to treat a fractured toe we routinely recommend buddy taping the toe to the adjacent toe This provides a natural splint and allows for good healing. If you have any additional medical problems like diabetes then the healing may take longer and may need additional observation by your doctor
I recommend you buddy tape the toe and repeat your x-ray in 4-6 weeks to be sure the bone is healing.
For pain you can use Tylenol or Naprosyn.
Hope this answers your question. Please contact us again with your medical concerns and questions
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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