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  2. What are the treatments for a fractured foot?

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    Dr. Anet VargheseDoctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 1 years of exp

    Broken foot treatment may involve rest, applying ice, elevating the foot, taking anti-inflammatory medications, wearing a cast, or using crutches to keep weight off of the bones until they heal. In most cases, the fracture will heal with rest and limited weight-bearing. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, including ibuprofen or naproxen, can help to reduce pain and swelling. Healing times for a broken foot are often around 4–6 weeks, but may ta... Read more

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  3. Common treatments for a broken foot include12345:
    • Rest
    • Applying ice
    • Elevating the foot
    • Taking anti-inflammatory medications
    • Wearing a cast, splint, brace, boot, or special shoe
    • Using crutches or a wheelchair to keep weight off of the broken foot
    • Manipulation of the bones to put them back in place
    • Surgery to insert pins, screws, rods, or plates
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    Broken foot treatment may involve rest, applying ice, elevating the foot, taking anti-inflammatory medications, wearing a cast, or using crutches to keep weight off of the bones until they heal. Healing times for a broken foot are often around 4–6 weeks, but may take longer in some cases.

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    Common treatments for a broken foot include: over-the-counter medications for pain relief rest wearing a cast, splint, brace, boot, or special shoe taking weight off of the broken foot using crutches or a wheelchair manipulation of the bones to put them back in place surgery to insert pins, screws, rods, or plates

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    Treatment of foot fractures depend upon which bone is broken but many fractures are treated with a compression dressing, a stiff-soled shoe, boot, and weight bearing as tolerated. Some foot fractures require surgery to repair the damage.

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    Treatment will vary depending on the type of fracture you have but generally involves wearing some type of protective cast, boot, or supportive footwear to protect the foot as the fracture heals. More serious fractures may need to be treated with surgery.

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    You may need any of the following:

    • A boot, cast, or splint may be put on your foot and lower leg to decrease your foot movement. These work to hold the broken bones in place, decrease pain, and prevent more damage to your foot.

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  4. Mayo Clinic
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    Broken Foot (Fracture) Symptoms, Treatment, …

    Treatment of foot fractures depend upon which bone is broken but many fractures are treated with a compression dressing, a stiff-soled shoe, boot, and weight bearing as tolerated. Some foot fractures require surgery to repair the …

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    What should I do if I have a broken foot?
    Your healthcare professional may suggest a pain reliever available without a prescription, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, others). After your bone heals, you need to restore the motion and strength of your foot and ankle. A physical therapist can teach you exercises to help you restore full motion and build strength.

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    What are the symptoms of broken foot?

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    Symptoms of a broken foot can vary based on the location and severity of the fracture, but common signs include pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty bearing weight or walking on the affected foot. You might experience tenderness when touching the injured area, and there could be deformity or misalignment of the foot. In some cases, you might hear a cracking sound at the time of injury. Severe fractures might lead to an open wound, visible bone, or protruding bone fragments.
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    How is a foot fracture treated?
    Treatment of foot fractures depend upon which bone is broken but many fractures are treated with a compression dressing, a stiff-soled shoe, boot, and weight bearing as tolerated. Some foot fractures require surgery to repair the damage.

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    How do you treat a foot injury?
    Lie flat with the foot propped up on several pillows. Ice: Wrap ice in a towel and apply it to the injured foot to reduce swelling and pain for the first several hours after an injury. Apply ice for 20 minutes at a time every hour while awake after the injury for one day. Rest: Do not attempt to walk on an injured foot if walking is painful.

    Broken Foot: Symptoms, vs. Sprain, Treatment & Recovery Time

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    Where can I get treatment for a broken foot bone?
    You will likely seek treatment for a broken foot bone in an emergency room or urgent care clinic. If the pieces of broken bone aren't lined up for healing, you may be referred to a doctor specializing in orthopedic surgery. You may want to write a list that includes:

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    How do you fix a broken toe?
    This is called immobilization. Most often, a cast holds the foot in place. Minor foot fractures may need only a brace you can take off, or a boot or shoe with a stiff sole. A broken toe can be taped to the next toe, with a piece of gauze between them, to keep the broken toe still. Surgery.

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  7. Cleveland Clinic
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseases › broken-foot-fracture…

    Broken Foot (Fractured Foot): Symptoms, Treatment & Recovery

  9. Verywell Health
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    Broken Foot Treatment and Recovery Time - Verywell …

    Aug 4, 2024 · Foot fractures typically take six to eight weeks to heal, but can sometimes take up to six months depending on the injury. A foot fracture can include the toes, heel bone, tarsal, or metatarsal bones. They most commonly …

  10. Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
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    Advice after a foot fracture - Royal United Hospital

  11. Medical News Today
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    Broken foot treatment and healing time - Medical News …

    May 12, 2023 · Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of a broken foot, as well as how to prevent and recover from this injury. Find out when to seek medical help and what to do at home for first aid.

  12. Top Doctors
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    Recovering from a foot fracture | Top Doctors

  13. Extend Orthopedics
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    Foot Fracture | Treatment and Surgery | Extend …

    What are the treatment options for a foot fracture? If you are experiencing pain, swelling or tenderness in the foot, call our office at 212‑434‑4920 or fill out the schedule appointment form on this page so Stuart Katchis, M.D. can evaluate …

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