Any break in the continuity of a bone is considered a fracture. A fracture may be non-displaced – a fracture line or lines are seen but the bone stays in its normal alignment, or displaced – bone is moved out of its “in-line” position. The most common toe fractures are traumatic, caused by a direct blow or crushing injury caused by dropping something on your toe. Treatment of a traumatic fracture depends on the location and extent of the break and whether it is displaced. You should consult your doctor if you have experienced an incident causing great force to the toe or a crushing impact.
Symptoms
Point tenderness, pain and swelling of a toe following a crushing injury or strong jamming or stubbing of the toe may indicate the presence of a fracture in one of the phalanxes of the toe. Any severe injury of the toe should be x-rayed to determine the presence and extent of any bone fracture.
How a 3-Point Splint Can Help
3pp Toe Loops may be used to “buddy” two toes together to protect a healing non-displaced fracture. Always check with your physician before applying a 3pp Toe Loop for a fracture as it may be helpful in some cases and harmful in others.
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