Fracture of Tarsal and Metatarsal Bones

Definition:
A break, especially the breaking of a bone or cartilage in the tarsal and metatarsal bones.
Symptoms:
  • Pain in the foot
  • Swelling in the swelling
  • Loss of ROM in the foot
  • Bruising
  • Instability in foot
Causes:
  • Fall
  • Heavy object falling on foot
  • Heavy object rolling over foot
  • Twisting ankle
Treatment:
  • Period of immobilization
  • Progress to ROM and stretching exercises
  • Foot intrinsic muscle strengthening
  • Lower extremity strengthening