Video introduction from Mr Adam Lomax, Consultant Surgeon:
Toe Fractures
Hello, I’m Mr. Lomax, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon. I regularly treat patients with injuries like yours, and I’m here to explain the details of your injury, the treatment plan, and your recovery process.
You have sustained a fracture to one or more of your smaller toes. An example of this type of injury is shown on the screen. You should have been given a walker boot or special shoe. Please note, these are for comfort only and do not aid in the healing process. You can walk on your foot as pain allows.
If you’ve been given strapping for your toe, it should be left in place for about two weeks. Please avoid getting it wet. For more details on how to apply and remove the walker boot, refer to the instructional video provided.
You can resume driving once you are no longer wearing the walker boot, can perform an emergency stop, and are able to manoeuvre your car safely. You can also return to work when you feel comfortable and confident to do so.
The walker boot is worn for minimum of 2 weeks.
Your recovery
These links will guide you through a number of rehabilitation exercises to help you recover from your injury. You will need to follow them in the correct order.
PHASE 1 (0 to 2 weeks) PHASE 2 (2 to 4 weeks) PHASE 3 (4 to 6 weeks) PHASE 4 (6 weeks onwards)