Phalangeal Injuries, Foot
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Basics
Description
- The phalanges of the foot are prone to injury
- Fifth (small) toe most commonly fractured in adults
Etiology
- Usually the result of direct trauma
- Most common mechanisms: Stub the toe, kick a hard surface, or drop a heavy object onto toes
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Basics
Description
- The phalanges of the foot are prone to injury
- Fifth (small) toe most commonly fractured in adults
Etiology
- Usually the result of direct trauma
- Most common mechanisms: Stub the toe, kick a hard surface, or drop a heavy object onto toes
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