What kind of boot do you wear for broken toe?

What kind of boot do you wear for broken toe?

You can also use a post-op shoe to treat a simple foot fracture or broken toe. These types of shoes such as the APB boot or the SlimLine boot provide a wide foot base and adequate protection of the big toe or metatarsal bones.

Can you wear a boot for a broken toe?

Big toe fractures Doctors will first recommend either a walking boot or a cast, along with a toe plate, for around 2–3 weeks. They will then recommend a rigid-sole shoe for 3–4 weeks.

What do you wear if your toe is broken?

For a simple fracture in any of the smaller toes, taping the injured toe to one next to it might be all that’s needed. The uninjured toe acts like a splint. Putting gauze or felt between the toes before taping can prevent skin soreness. Wearing a stiff-bottomed shoe.

What does a walking boot do for a broken toe?

A walking boot is a type of medical shoe used to protect the foot and ankle after an injury or surgery. The boot can be used for broken bones, tendon injuries, severe sprains, or shin splints. A walking boot helps keep the foot stable so it can heal. It can keep your weight off an area, such as your toe, as it heals.