Did I break or fracture my toe?

“The most obvious sign that it’s a fracture is if the painful toe is pointing in a different direction than your other toes. Sometimes, it’s obvious that one toe is pushed out to the side, but it can also be a subtle twisting that turns the toe up a little bit.”

What does a sprained toe feel like?

pain, often in the entire toe or even the area around it. tenderness. swelling. bruising.

How do you check if you sprained your toe?

Symptoms of a Sprained Toe While painful, your toe will still remain functional. This means you can still walk and put your body weight on it. However, you may also feel throbbing, tenderness, or increased pain while moving the injured toe.

Can you bend your toe if it’s broken?

Broken Toe Symptoms After the injury, pain, swelling, or stiffness can occur. Bruising of the skin around the toe may also be noticeable. The toe may not look normal, and it may even look bent or deformed if the broken bone is out of place.

How do I know if my toe injury is serious?

See a doctor if:

  1. the toe is very swollen.
  2. the pain is severe and does not go away after several hours.
  3. it is difficult to walk or to put weight on the foot.
  4. the toenail falls off or the area around it is very swollen.
  5. there are signs of infection around the toenail, such as itching, redness, and pus.

How long does a sprained toe last?

Mild to moderate strains and sprains should take between 2 days and 1 week to heal. After this, it is essential to ensure the affected body part is well supported to avoid further injury. Severe sprains and strains may need more time to heal.

What does a fractured toe feel like?

Broken toes are some of the most common breaks of the foot and are frequently marked by symptoms like: Severe bruising. Intense & throbbing pain. Swelling.

What’s a broken toe look like?

Broken Toe Symptoms Bruising of the skin around the toe may also be noticeable. The toe may not look normal, and it may even look bent or deformed if the broken bone is out of place. It may be difficult to walk because of the pain, especially if the big toe is fractured. Shoes may be painful to wear or feel too tight.

Should I go to the doctor for a sprained toe?

It is advisable to see a doctor to check whether the toe is sprained or broken. The doctor may conduct a physical examination, ask questions about what caused the injury, and potentially order medical tests, such as X-rays. Most of the time, people can treat a sprained toe at home.

How long does a sprained toe take to heal?

What does a stubbed toe look like?

swelling around the toe and sometimes into the foot. discoloration, such as black or blue bruising, around the toe. a change in the shape of the toe, if a bone is out of place. trouble moving the toe.