Can you break foot and still walk?
Broken bones in the foot cause pain and swelling. Usually (but not always) the pain is so bad, you are not able to walk. Broken bones in the toes cause less pain, and you may be able to walk with a broken toe. Bruising of the foot with a broken bone is also common.
Would you know if your foot broke?
Other signs that you fractured your foot and ankle include swelling, bruising, tenderness, a deformity (the foot or ankle may look like it’s out of place) or numbness. If you find it difficult to move your foot or ankle without experiencing severe pain this is also indicative of a broken bone.
Is it possible to break a bone in your foot and not know it?
Believe it or not, sometimes people can break bones and not realize it. Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen says some bones are more prone to fractures. Swelling, trouble moving a joint, or lingering pain after a few days can all be indications of a bone fracture.
Should I go to ER for broken foot?
The easy answer is “Yes, you can go to urgent care for a broken foot.” Naturally, if the injury has affected numerous bones within the foot or ankle, or if it is a compound fracture, you’ll want to bypass the urgent care center and go directly to the emergency room.
Does a broken foot need a cast?
Immobilization. To heal, a broken bone must be immobilized so that its ends can knit back together. In most cases, this requires a cast. Minor foot fractures may only need a removable brace, boot or shoe with a stiff sole.
What to do if you think you broke your foot?
First aid for a broken foot or toe Rest: A person who suspects they have broken a bone should keep pressure off the injured foot or limit weight bearing until it gets better, or a doctor can examine it. Unnecessary walking could worsen the injury. Ice: Immediately apply ice to the injury to reduce pain and swelling.
Does a broken foot hurt immediately?
If you’ve broken your foot, you will experience immediate pain and swelling, along with bruising and occasional numbness. The pain will usually be so intense that walking will not be physically possible. In some cases, you may experience shock and will not be able to notice the pain immediately.
Can you break a bone in your foot without realizing it?
If there is no visible displacement of the bone or a clear wound, a person may not be able to tell if a bone has broken. Also, some minor cracks or breaks may not result in much pain. Deformity of a toe or an area of the foot, such as an unusual bulge, strongly indicates a break.