Metatarsal Shaft Fractures and Fractures of the Proximal Fifth Metatarsal
- 1 January 2006
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Elsevier BV in Clinics in Sports Medicine
- Vol. 25 (1), 139-150
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csm.2005.08.014
Abstract
Metatarsal fractures represent a relatively common injury, especially in athletes. The pertinent anatomy, evaluation, diagnosis, classification, and treatment of acute and chronic (stress) metatarsal shaft fractures are discussed. Fractures of the proximal fifth metatarsal, which are unique and important injuries, are also discussed. Treatment remains relatively straightforward for the traumatic metatarsal injury, whereas traditional stress fractures typically heal with decreased activity. The problematic proximal fifth metatarsal fracture (Jones fracture) frequently requires surgical intervention in patients who want to avoid non–weight-bearing cast immobilization. The authors' current treatment for this fracture includes the option of intramedullary fixation versus cast immobilization.Keywords
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