A broken foot can temporarily change your life. It generally happens as a result of falling, or twisting the foot in an abnormal direction. Each foot has 26 bones, and can be divided into three sections. The part of the foot that attaches to the ankle is referred to as the hindfoot. Above that is the midfoot, and is made up of five smaller bones. The long part of the foot is known as the forefoot, and this has 19 bones within it. Any one of these bones can become fractured, and there are often noticeable symptoms that immediately appear. These include severe pain, bruising, swelling, and the inability to walk on it. In severe fractures, the bone can protrude, and may require surgery for normal placement. After a proper diagnosis is performed, which is having an X-ray taken, the correct treatment can begin. This often consists of placing the affected foot in a boot or cast for approximately six weeks, and elevating it as often as possible. If you have broken your foot, please speak to a chiropodist as quickly as possible who can recommend the best treatment for you.
A foot fracture is a crack or break in a foot bone, often caused by repetitive stress on the foot or a high-impact foot injury. If you’re suffering from foot pain, please consult with one of our chiropodists from West Toronto Foot & Ankle Clinic Inc. . Our chiropodist can help you maintain the health of your lower limbs and your mobility.
Symptoms
- Pain
- Bruising
- Tenderness
- Swelling
- Difficulty walking
- Deformity
Causes
- Repetitive overloading of the foot
- Having a previous fracture
- Abnormal foot biomechanics
- Changing training surfaces suddenly
- Poor footwear
- Osteoporosis
- High-impact injury
Treatments
- Rest
- Ice
- Elevation
- Pain medication
- Braces or other orthotics
- Casts
- Crutches
- Surgery in more severe cases
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Toronto, ON .
