Fractures, Trauma & Sports Injuries · Nashville
Foot, Ankle & Toe Fractures treatment in Nashville, TN
Expert care for foot, ankle, and toe fractures at our Nashville clinic, 300 20th Avenue North, Suite 103.
Understanding foot, ankle, and toe fractures, and how we help in Nashville.
Looking for help with foot, ankle, and toe fractures in Nashville? Our Nashville clinic at 300 20th Avenue North, Suite 103 offers exams, treatment, and follow up close to home.
A fracture is a break in a bone. In the foot and ankle, this can be a small crack or a bone that has moved out of place. Common spots include the fifth metatarsal, the Jones area, the heel bone, the talus, and the navicular.
These breaks often follow a fall, a twist, a car crash, or a heavy object landing on the foot. Most people notice pain and swelling right away. Early care helps the bone line up and heal in a good position.
Also called: Fifth Metatarsal, Jones, Heel/Calcaneal, Talus, Navicular
Symptoms
Signs of foot, ankle, and toe fractures.
If you notice these signs and live near Nashville, an exam can give you clear answers.
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Sharp pain right after a fall, twist, or hit
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Swelling and bruising around the foot or ankle
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Pain when you try to stand or walk
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A foot that looks bent, crooked, or out of shape
Why it happens
What can cause foot, ankle, and toe fractures.
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Falls, missteps, and hard twists of the ankle
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Car crashes and other sudden impacts
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Heavy objects dropped on the foot
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Sports collisions and awkward landings from jumps
Diagnosis and care
How we treat foot, ankle, and toe fractures in Nashville.
Step 1 · Diagnosis
We check where it hurts, how the foot moves, and how the skin looks. X-rays in our office show most breaks and how far the bone has shifted. If the break is in a tricky spot like the talus or heel, we may send you for a CT scan or MRI for a closer look.
Step 2 · Treatment
Many fractures heal without surgery when the bones are lined up well. You may wear a cast, a walking boot, or a stiff-soled shoe. Some breaks need crutches so the foot can rest for a few weeks. We may tape a broken toe to its neighbor to keep it steady. Physical therapy helps you regain strength and balance once the bone is healing.
Surgery may be needed when a bone has moved out of place, a joint is involved, or a break is slow to heal. Surgeons often use plates, screws, or pins to hold the pieces together while they mend.
Your visit
What to expect at our Nashville clinic.
Your visit for foot, ankle, and toe fractures in Nashville is simple and friendly.
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Talk and exam
We listen first, then examine your feet and how you walk at our Nashville clinic.
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Clear answers
X-rays or other imaging when needed, so you leave knowing what is wrong.
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A plan for you
We begin with gentle options that work, with follow ups close to home in Nashville.
Recovery
What to expect over time.
Simple toe breaks often feel much better in about 4 to 8 weeks. Larger breaks in the heel, talus, or ankle may take 3 months or more, and some stiffness or swelling can last longer.
When to book
Do not wait it out in Nashville.
See a podiatrist soon if you cannot put weight on your foot, or if it is swollen, bruised, or looks out of place. Go to an emergency room first if a bone is poking through the skin or the foot is numb or very pale.
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FAQ
Your questions answered.
How do I know if it is a break or a sprain?
They can feel alike, so an X-ray is the best way to tell. Pain over a bone or trouble bearing weight makes a break more likely.
Can I walk on a broken toe?
Some people can, but walking may slow healing or shift the bone. Have it checked so we can tell you how much weight is safe.
Do you treat foot, ankle, and toe fractures in Nashville, TN?
Yes. Our Nashville clinic at 300 20th Avenue North, Suite 103, Nashville, TN 37203 treats foot, ankle, and toe fractures in children and adults. Call 615-220-8788 to book a visit.
How soon can I be seen for foot, ankle, and toe fractures in Nashville?
Call the Nashville clinic at 615-220-8788 or send a request online. Tell us about your pain and we will find the earliest time that works for you.
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Get help with foot, ankle, and toe fractures in Nashville.
300 20th Avenue North, Suite 103, Nashville, TN 37203
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