A broken foot can cause severe pain and discomfort. It usually happens suddenly, often as a result of a car accident, a fall, or if a heavy object should fall on the foot. The symptoms that many people experience with a broken foot include extreme pain, swelling, and the ankle and surrounding areas can be bruised. If the fracture is severe, the bone may protrude through the skin, and can look deformed. Additionally, it is often difficult to walk, and immediate medical attention is often sought. A proper diagnosis is generally performed, and this is helpful in ruling out sprains. Numbness and a tingling sensation may accompany the broken foot, and it may feel cold and look red. Most broken feet are treated by wearing a cast or a walking boot, which can provide the stability that is needed as the healing process takes place. A general time frame for complete healing is approximately six weeks, and many people use crutches that can help to take the weight off of the foot. If you have endured a broken foot, please consult with a podiatrist who can help you with the right treatment, so you can start to feel better.

A broken foot requires immediate medical attention and treatment. If you need your feet checked, contact Elie C. Daniel, DPM from Illinois. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

Broken Foot Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

A broken foot is caused by one of the bones in the foot typically breaking when bended, crushed, or stretched beyond its natural capabilities. Usually the location of the fracture indicates how the break occurred, whether it was through an object, fall, or any other type of injury. 

Common Symptoms of Broken Feet:

• Bruising
• Pain
• Redness
• Swelling
• Blue in color
• Numbness
• Cold
• Misshapen
• Cuts
• Deformities

Those that suspect they have a broken foot shoot seek urgent medical attention where a medical professional could diagnose the severity.

Treatment for broken bones varies depending on the cause, severity and location. Some will require the use of splints, casts or crutches while others could even involve surgery to repair the broken bones. Personal care includes the use of ice and keeping the foot stabilized and elevated.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our offices located in Princeton, Peru, and Mendota, IL . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.