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What to do after you smash your big toe?
you put a bag of ice on your toe so you can keep the swelling down and you also keep pressure on your toe and if you can't move them then your toe is broken
What are the common symptoms and treatment options for big toe syndrome?
Common symptoms of big toe syndrome include pain, swelling, stiffness, and difficulty moving the big toe. Treatment options may include rest, ice, elevation, pain medication, physical therapy, orthotics, and in severe cases, surgery.
Will you need a cast on a broken big toe?
Yes, your toes will show with a cast for a broken ankle.
Where can one find information about curing a broken toe?
There are several different options in order to find information about curing a broken toe online. One of the best websites though is for sure the "WebMD" site. Here one should navigate to the "First Aid & Emergencies" section, where a corresponding article "Broken Toe Treatment" exists.
How do you strap a broken toe?
You dont strap a broken toe. You leave it. This is because it is hard to strap to another toe
Do they put casts on your big toe if you break it?
Typically, a broken big toe can be treated with buddy taping, where the injured toe is taped to the adjacent toe for support. In some cases, a stiff-soled shoe or special boot may be used for added protection. Casting the big toe is not common due to its small size and mobility needs for proper healing.
What is the medical term meaning broken toe?
Phalanges is the term for toe bones; toes may also be called digits or lower digits.Phalanges of the foot, also can be referred to as digits.Hallux ("big toe" or "great toe"), the innermost (most proximal) toe and the closest to the toes of the other footSecond toe or "long toe" (although commonly shorter than the big toe and often the third or fourth toes)Third toe, occasionally described as the "ring toe"Fourth toe, sometimes described as the "ring toe"Fifth toe ("little toe", "pinky toe", or "baby toe"), the outermost (most distal) toeThe Digital (Toe). The fingers are also reffered to as Digitals, so you should specify that you mean toes when you write it.
What does it mean if your second tow is smaller that your big toe?
If your second toe is smaller than your big toe, it is a common variation in foot anatomy known as Morton's toe. It typically does not cause any issues or require treatment, but if you experience discomfort or pain, seeking advice from a healthcare provider is recommended.
Why does my son's big toe swell with puss?
An ingrown toenail. It may be infected and need medical treatment.
What do you do about a broken toe?
Place a pad between the broken toe, and the next one to separate them, but not too much. Then use medical tape to tape the two toes together to stabilize the break. Do not change the dressing, unless it really needs it. Do not get it wet. Keep it on for 3 to 4 weeks. Then check to see how it is. Do not keep the dressing on for weeks and weeks, but if you feel that it needs a bit longer, redress for another week. If you have a broken 'big' toe go to the hospital, but for the others the treatment is as above. For big toes, the doctor will often tell you to wear an orthopedic flat shoe, and though it looks dorky, it will help your big toe heal properly. You won't realize how much you use it until you can't.
Is a fractured proximal phalanx considered a broken toe or foot?
A phalanx is a toe bone. Thus a fractured proximal phalanx is a broken toe.
Is your little toe lateral or distal to the big toe?
No the little toe is lateral to the big toe, and so the big toe is medial to the little toe.
