Metatarsal fractures without displacement are usually not serious. The prognosis is usually good with conservative treatment such as external fixation and analgesia. Usually after treatment, it can be healed within 6 weeks and patients do not need to worry too much.
Metatarsal fractures are mainly characterized by swelling, pain, and limited mobility of the foot. For metatarsal fracture without displacement of patients usually do not need surgical treatment, the main conservative treatment. External immobilization with a short leg plaster cast, plaster cast shoes, ankle supports, etc. will immobilize the affected limb for one month to one and a half months. Dorsiflexion and extension of the toes can be carried out within 1~2 weeks of immobilization, and weight-bearing walking can be carried out gradually after the immobilization is removed.
For patients with significant pain or swelling, ibuprofen and acetaminophen may be prescribed to relieve symptoms. Usually, the fracture can be healed within 6 weeks after conservative treatment. Therefore, metatarsal fractures without displacement are generally not serious and patients do not need to worry too much.
It is recommended that the patient seek medical attention and treatment as prescribed by the doctor.