What is a closed fracture of metatarsal bone?
A metatarsal fracture is a break or a thin, hairline crack to one of the metatarsal bones of the foot. This type of fracture usually happens from repeated stress on the bones of the foot. Or it can happen when a person jumps or changes direction quickly and twists his or her foot or ankle the wrong way.
What is a closed fracture of the 5th metatarsal?
A fifth metatarsal fracture is a common injury where the bone connecting your ankle to your little toe breaks. These fractures occur from injury, overuse or high arches. Providers can treat your broken bone with a cast, boot or shoe — or with surgery.
How do you close down a metatarsal fracture?
In most displaced fractures, closed reduction can be achieved but maintenance of the reduction needs internal fixation. Percutaneous pinning is suitable for most fractures of the lesser metatarsals. Fractures with joint involvement and multiple fragments frequently require open reduction and plate fixation.
Do you need surgery for a fractured metatarsal?
Most metatarsal fractures can be treated without surgery. A stiff soled shoe, walking boot, or even a cast may be used. The amount of pressure you are able to put on your foot will depend on which bones are broken.
How do you treat a closed fracture?
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- Stop any bleeding. Apply pressure to the wound with a sterile bandage, a clean cloth or a clean piece of clothing.
- Immobilize the injured area. Don’t try to realign the bone or push a bone that’s sticking out back in.
- Apply ice packs to limit swelling and help relieve pain.
- Treat for shock.
Does a closed fracture need surgery?
Closed fractures may still require surgery for proper treatment, but most often this surgery is not as urgent and can be performed in the days or weeks following the injury. While a closed fracture does not penetrate the skin, there can still be severe soft-tissue injury associated with some closed fractures.