RedM Posted November 15, 2005 Share Posted November 15, 2005 I have a broken big toe. Happened eight days ago. It's been taped to the toe next to it since then. What I want to know is, can I leave it untaped now? I'm finding that, with my toes being held in place, I'm walking awkwardly and it's hurting my leg and foot. I can't be dealing with going to the hospital just to ask the same question. Anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter richards Posted November 15, 2005 Share Posted November 15, 2005 waste of time , take it off , just be carefull when walking about Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 15, 2005 Author Share Posted November 15, 2005 I'm alright indoors. There is no Volvo in here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter richards Posted November 15, 2005 Share Posted November 15, 2005 did you kick one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 15, 2005 Author Share Posted November 15, 2005 Yes, I kicked a Volvo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ewen Posted November 15, 2005 Share Posted November 15, 2005 Sorry mate, big toes aint my thang....I like camel toes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter richards Posted November 15, 2005 Share Posted November 15, 2005 i fractured my middle finger playing cricket . spent 3 hours in a+e walked out with the finger taped to the next one , took it off by the time id got back to work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
China Man Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 depends on how broken it is. is the bone just fractured? chiped? The reason they taped it to the other toe is to let the bone grow back together. The bigger the damaged area the longer it takes to heal and the more important it is to hold them in place. the the bone is broken in 2 or with a larger broken surface area then with out the tape your movement will stop the bone from healing...... But you will feel the pain and stop moving anyway if that is the case. China Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garetheves Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Im a physio if that counts. After 8 days the bones are just beginning to heal really so id be tempted to keep them taped a few more just in case, especially with it being your big toe (you move it every time you walk really). Would have thought it would be more comfortable to be taped also. You should be ok without taping by weekend though but still take it fairly easy after that. Did you Ice it initially?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 16, 2005 Author Share Posted November 16, 2005 Cheers Gareth, I have it untaped today and I'm in less overall pain TBH. I'll proabbly tape it tonight though. I spend most of the day sitting at my desk so won't be walking on it too much. Didn't ice it initially but have been drinking loads of milk! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garetheves Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Doing the best thing by resting it. Use it as an excuse to get everyone to bring you tea and coffee all day. If its more comfortable to leave it untaped then thats fine. It will heal without the taping and we usually say to tape it for comfort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jspec Germany Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Get a huge foot cast put on and walk around on crutches. Hobble as much as possible and milk your friends and significant others for attention. Oh, and pray you don't see Clark W. Griswald whilest out about the town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnK Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 I know how you feel, I broke my little finger last week, have it taped to the one next to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 I know how you feel, I broke my little finger last week, have it taped to the one next to it. That must have been one hell of a cup of tea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tannhauser Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 For speedy healing, you really need to have your toe taped to your eyelid. Don't forget to post up some pics, so I can tell you if you've done it correctly. Cliff (Specialist in toe/eyelid injuries) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bromy Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 Best thing to do is first thing when you get up in the mornings, whilst walking around the bedroom in a daze is to stub it on the bedpost or your chest of drawers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraHuman Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 Sorry mate, big toes aint my thang....I like camel toes amen brother Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted November 18, 2005 Share Posted November 18, 2005 what i wanna know is - are there any nurses on here???! i dont care about the medics...just the LADY nurses thanks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 18, 2005 Author Share Posted November 18, 2005 For speedy healing, you really need to have your toe taped to your eyelid. Don't forget to post up some pics, so I can tell you if you've done it correctly. Cliff (Specialist in toe/eyelid injuries) Would it also help if I put a loaf of bread on my head? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CardiffSupra Posted November 19, 2005 Share Posted November 19, 2005 I went to Medics night one saturday night in a club in cardiff.... That was good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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