How long you need to elevate your foot for a fifth metatarsal fracture should depend on your condition and recovery, usually it takes 1 month to 3 months, and if your condition is serious, you need to elevate it for a longer period of time. 1. Elevating the foot above the heart level in fifth metatarsal fracture is good for venous blood return, which can promote local blood circulation and help to reduce swelling and pain (eliminate swelling and pain). Physical therapy can be used to promote the formation of bone scabs, such as irradiation of infrared lamps, etc., which will help the healing of the fracture. 2. If the fracture of the fifth metatarsal is not displaced, the broken end of the fracture will be able to return to a state of initial healing after about 1 to 2 months of elevation of the affected limb after external fixation. If the fracture is displaced, the recovery time may be extended to 3 months. Functional exercises and activities are then gradually performed under the direction of the physician. How long to keep the foot elevated for a fracture of the fifth metatarsal should be decided according to the condition of the patient, and once the fracture occurs, the patient should go to the hospital in time and be treated under the guidance of the doctor.