Fractures of the 5th metatarsal are a relatively common clinical condition. There is no definite time frame for walking after proper treatment of a fracture of the 5th metatarsal, but it depends on the age of the patient and the degree of the fracture. If a child has a fracture of the 5th metatarsal and is treated conservatively, he or she will be able to walk in about 4 weeks after proper treatment. Adults with a 5th metatarsal fracture who are treated properly are usually able to walk about 6 weeks after treatment. In the elderly, because of osteoporosis, the fracture heals more slowly and can only be considered for walking after 7-8 weeks of treatment. In conclusion, after a fracture of the 5th metatarsal, it is important to take X-rays of the fracture site to make sure that the fracture is growing well before walking.