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5th Metatarsal Fracture Help

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jem84782
jem84782

Hi, I broke my 5th metatarsal at the tip. It is slightly out of alignment and in a few pieces. I was non-weight bearing in an air boot for 4 weeks and went for a return X-ray this past week. I was given permission to use weight in the boot for three weeks (when I will be evaluated again) with the instruction to stop if there was "unusual pain". Here's my question- will I know? I haven't used my foot or leg for over a month so it's naturally very tender/sore. I assume that is usual...I am noticing after resting and getting back on my feet, there seems to be more pain than when I initially step on it in the morning. Also usual? Has anyone experienced the cracking/popping feeling when walking? It doesn't happen with pain, but as you can imagine, it scares me! It's more like a "cracking knuckle" feeling...also usual? Thanks for any help!

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  • sandi27417
    sandi27417 jem84782

    Posted

    oh, that does not sound good to me but, I had a screw put in a non displaced so never had pain. I am finding on this site that each physician has a different way of diagnosing and treating this fracture. Is your doctor an orthopedic surgeon? 
    • jem84782
      jem84782 sandi27417

      Posted

      A podiatrist actually...initially I was told 2 weeks no weight and then she added two more. But since the last x-ray showed progress and she told me to gradually add weight (15min/hr to start)
    • jem84782
      jem84782

      Posted

      Also, I did not require surgery...but on top of all that, I am pregnant...
  • kimmi555
    kimmi555 jem84782

    Posted

    I dont think you should have pain. I broke my 5th metatarsal Nov 15, so I am 6 weeks post injury. I was non-weight bearing completely until Sunday. When I went to my last podiatrist appt (last week) he took another xray, the bone is not healing completely. So he wants me to add some weight bearing walking (up to 2 hours per day). I have been walking a bit on it (with the airboot) and have no pain at all, and my bone is not even healed. So if yours is healing I dont think you should have pain or discomfort. Mine also does not crack. I would call your doctor and ask! I got back on the 3rd and Im hoping that this new strategy has helped my bone heal. 
  • ss59367
    ss59367 jem84782

    Posted

    Hi , I am in the same boat . I too have the clicking/ popping soundwhile walking .di have a follow up next week (6 week follow up after toe fracture).did u outgrow of the popping sound . I'm very much worried .

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