How long it takes for a metatarsal fracture to heal in the foot must usually take 2-3 months and must be determined by the severity of the fracture. If the fracture is only a crack fracture, or an incomplete fracture, the fracture does not appear to be significantly displaced and the growth time of the fracture is usually relatively short, usually 2 months to have a very obvious scab growth and you can walk on the ground. However, if the metatarsal fracture is a comminuted fracture and the surrounding soft tissues are severely damaged, the healing time is relatively slow, taking about 3 months. In addition, in the case of older people, the fracture may take 1-2 months to heal due to the relatively poor growth capacity of the fracture.