Broken Foot Treatment

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• Call 911 if:
• 1. Stop Bleeding if Necessary
• 2. Control Swelling
• 3. Get Medical Help Immediately
• 4. Follow Up

Call 911 if:

• The person is seriously injured.
• Bone is sticking out of skin.
• Bleeding doesn't stop after several minutes of firm pressure.
• Blood spurts from the wound.

• The person is seriously injured.
• Bone is sticking out of skin.
• Bleeding doesn't stop after several minutes of firm pressure.
• Blood spurts from the wound.

1. Stop Bleeding if Necessary

• Apply pressure to wound area with a clean cloth until bleeding stops.

• If the bone is pushing through the skin, do not touch it or try to put it back in place.

2. Control Swelling

• Apply ice.

• Elevate the foot and have the person stay off it as much as possible.

3. Get Medical Help Immediately

• See a health care provider. Foot injuries can develop into long-lasting problems if they go untreated.

4. Follow Up

• The health care provider will X-ray the foot and may order a CT scan or MRI.

• The health care provider may recommend special shoes or apply a cast or cast boot to stabilize and protect the foot.

• Surgery may be needed for more complicated fractures.