My little toe is broken. When can I walk on it?

Question

Okay. I saw a doctor a week ago who diagnosed the fracture. He prescribed crutches for a week, which ended today. So I'm walking on them but I'm not able to put a shoe on. What I was wondering is whether walking on it or wearing a shoe will interfere with the healing process? Great thanks! Have a great day!

Charles Dagenais · Accepted Answer

Hello, It is impossible for me to give you an exact time frame. Most toe fractures take 3 to 6 weeks to heal. An evaluation by a physician should give you more information on how best to manage your injury. The key to healing is to keep it as still as possible. If you feel that walking on it or wearing a shoe is making your pain worse or moving your toe, it is best to use caution and extend the use of crutches for a few more days