A broken toe will take about 6 weeks
to heal. There are several treatment options when it comes to treating a broken
toe. Some of the most effective treatment options are foot surgery by an
orthopedic surgeon, elevating the foot, application of ice, and then resting
the foot, the use of antibiotics, a tetanus shot, the process of reduction
where the broken parts are lined up so that they heal normally, and by buddy
taping whereby a small bandage is placed between the broken toe and the next
one.
One of the most effective broken toe
treatment options is however the use of a special shoe. These shoes are
advantageous over casts in broken toe treatment in that they offer flexibility
because you can remove them whenever you want such as when you want to take a
shower. Using the shoe for broken toe treatment means you are not exposed to
the risks characteristic of surgery such as the risk of infection.
You should however not go for the
first special/medical shoe for broken toe treatment you come across. One of
the
most important considerations is the fabric used in the shoe. The best
materials in the market today are suede, canvas like fabrics, gortex like
rubber, and leather. Leather is particularly effective in that it is easily
broken into a few days after you start wearing the shoe and this means the shoe
will adapt to the shape of your foot. The shoe should not only last the 6 weeks
it takes for the broken toe to heal go
for a shoe that can be used for another broken toe in the family. Go for a shoe
that has a steel shank and this will increase its durability. Scrutinize the
shoe critically for obvious design flaws, paying particular attention to the stitches
and the padding.
Consider the sole of the shoe. Dig
your fingers into soles when doing your comparisons and avoid the shoes where
the sole bends easily and you feel the air. Walk in the shoe for a while to
find out if it is comfortable. When buying a special/medical shoe for broken
toe treatment, consider its flexibility. Cost considerations are important, as
are the features of the shoes such as electrical hazard, well insulated, and
waterproof.
