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Foot Fracture
What is a Foot Fracture?
A foot fracture is a broad term used to describe a medical condition in which there is a bone break in the foot. The foot is made up of 26 bones; these bones include the phalanges, tarsals, metatarsals, talus, and the calcaneus. As such, the break may occur in the toes, mid-foot, hind-foot, or the heel.
Foot Fracture Symptoms
The following are symptoms of a foot fracture:
- Pain
- Swelling
- Tenderness
- Weakness
- Bruising
- Numbness
- Difficulty walking
- Foot or toe malformation
Causes of a Foot Fracture
A foot fracture can be caused by, but is not limited to, the following:
- a motor vehicle accident
- a job-related accident
- a heavy object
Foot Fracture Consequences
Depending on the severity of the injury and whether medical attention was immediately given, a foot fracture may affect various areas of daily life. The typical foot injury may cause minor inconveniences at home and work; however, most patients receive a cast or boot with crutches. Pain will increase if the foot bumps into an object while healing so caution is advised.
Foot Fracture Treatment
The RICE method is usually helpful in treating a foot fracture.
- R - Rest
- I - Ice
- C - Compression
- E - Elevation
In order to prevent the injury from worsening, a foot cast or splint may be used until the fracture has healed as much as necessary. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin or acetaminophen, can also help with the pain and swelling. If a patient is experiencing severe pain, a stronger pain medication may be used. Once the pain starts to subside, the patient will work on strengthening the foot and leg muscles by using a series of motion exercises; physical therapy may also be of assistance if necessary. Depending on the severity of the injury, surgery may be required.
Contact Us
If you or a loved one has experienced a foot fracture, please contact our Foot Injury Attorneys for a free, personal, and confidential consultation. You can contact the Law Offices of Michael Cordova at 602-265-6700.
Our attorneys not only work on foot fracture cases but in other personal injury areas, as well as criminal defense and DUI, dog bites, wrongful death, motorcycle accidents, and product and premises liability, so please contact your local Phoenix attorneys for a free consultation.
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