You have fractured a bone on the outer part of your foot.

The fracture has happened in a part of the bone which usually heals well without problems.

The pain or tenderness and swelling you are having should gradually get better in a few weeks.

During this time you may find walking on the foot painful. It may help to walk on your heel to begin with.

You will be given support for your foot. It will be a bandage or a removable boot. If needed you will also be given crutches.

You can walk on the foot as much as pain allows. If you have been given a boot you should stop using it gradually over 3-5 weeks as the pain gets better.

Most injuries heal without any problems. But it may take several months to completely get better.

Sometimes the fracture may fail to heal. It may continue to be painful, even after several months. A surgical procedure may be needed at this stage to help it to heal.

If you are still having significant symptoms after several months telephone the fracture clinic helpline below for more advice.

Should you have any worries or concerns following your discharge from hospital please contact

01228 814898 8am – 5pm Mon –Fri - Answer phone at other times.

More information at https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/services/virtual-fracture-clinic

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