How Long Does A Fractured Toe Take To Heal?

Posted on Tue, 4 Nov 2014

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Question : For ODG, how long is the healing time for a fractured toe, (fifth toe)

Answered by Dr. Ronald Schubert (6 hours later)

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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