Will Chambers of Melbourne Storm suffered a foot fracture injury in early April in the match against the Canterbury Bulldogs, which required him to have surgery. His post-surgery recovery time was estimated to be about 3 months at the time. His injury was initially thought to not be serious, until his foot swelled up overnight. “We are extremely disappointed to lose Will, he’s an important part of our team,” said Storm football director Frank Ponissi.
A broken foot requires immediate medical attention and treatment. To learn more, see one of our podiatrists of Greene Podiatry Associates, Inc.Our doctors will treat your heel pain symptoms in addition to other podiatric-related needs.
Broken Foot Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
A broken foot is caused by one of the bones in the foot typically breaking when bended, crushed, or stretched beyond its natural capabilities. Usually the location of the fracture indicates how the break occurred, whether it was through an object, fall, or any other type of injury.
Common Symptoms of Broken Feet:
- Bruising
- Pain
- Redness
- Swelling
- Blue (foot)
- Numbness
- Cold
- Misshapen
- Cuts
- Deformities
Those that suspect they have a broken foot shoot seek urgent medical attention where a medical professional could diagnose the severity.
Treatment for broken bones varies depending on the cause, severity and location. Some will require the use of splints, casts or crutches while others could even involve surgery to repair the broken bones. Personal care includes the use of ice and keeping the foot stabilized and elevated.
If you have any questions, please contact our offices in Waynesburg and Fredericktown, PA. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle injuries.