Broken/Fractured Toes

It is fairly easy to break or fracture a bone in your toe because these bones are very small. Bumping the toe, dropping something on it, or someone stepping on it are all easy ways that the toe can be broken. There are two bones that make up the big toe, and these are much thicker and stronger than the smaller toes. Toes 2-5 have three very small bones inside, and these are very easy to break.

If your toe stays swollen or red for a few days after an injury, it is important to have it x-rayed and examined. Often, the best treatment for a broken toe is wrapping it and splinting it to another toe. Sometimes, a surgical shoe or boot and medication are needed. On very rare cases, surgery may be indicated. This is needed when the toe is shifted out of the proper position due to the trauma.

If you have this condition, please call for an appointment, 708-763-0580. Happy Holidays!!!