Broken Foot Directory
A human foot has 26 bones. A broken foot often occurs due to kicking something, falling and landing on your feet, spraining your ankle, and more. Symptoms include pain, bruising, and swelling. A doctor can sometimes treat a broken foot with a splint. You will need to rest and apply ice to the area. Surgical repair may be required in some cases. You will likely be given crutches to aid in walking while the foot heals. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how a broken foot is caused, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
Ankle Fractures
Ankle injuries are among the most common of the bone and joint injuries
Broken Foot Basics
WebMD explains broken bones in the foot and how such fractures are diagnosed and treated.
Broken Toe Basics
WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and outlook for a broken toe.
Metatarsalgia
WebMD takes a look at the causes, symptoms, and treatment of metatarsalgia, a common sports injury that causes inflammation in the upper foot region.