Blog posts tagged with 'metatarsal fracture'

How do stress risers affect bone healing and fractures?

The image to the right is one of those moments where my wife just shakes her head.  We were driving through northern New Mexico when I pulled over to the side of the road and got out of the car - in the middle of nowhere.  And I took a picture...

When is surgery indicated in 5^th metatarsal fractures?

It's been a busy week for metatarsal fractures.  I’ve seen three 5^th metatarsal fractures this week.  One was a fracture that required open reduction with internal fixation (surgery).  One was treated with conservative care.  The third case was...

The forefoot is designed to work as a unit. With each step, the multiple bones of the forefoot are intended to distribute load bearing in an equal distribution. In theory, each metatarsal head should carry an equal amount of load. A metatarsal transfer lesion occurs when one metatarsal head carries more than its fair share of load.

What's the best way to treat a metatarsal stress fracture? This article explores the use of a forefoot compression sleeve and walking cast.

Podiatrists discuss a transfer lesion as a complication of bunion surgery. What is a transfer lesion and how is it treated? This article explores the concept of transfer lesions and treatment options.