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Trauma & Other

Jones Fracture (5th Metatarsal)

A Jones fracture is a fracture at the base of the fifth metatarsal in a watershed blood supply zone, making it slow to heal. Many active patients benefit from early surgical fixation.

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Common symptoms
  • Pain on the outside of the foot
  • Swelling and bruising
  • Pain with walking
Common causes
  • Twisting injury
  • Overuse stress in athletes
Conservative treatment
  • Non-weightbearing boot for 6–8 weeks
When surgery is considered

Screw fixation is offered for active patients, athletes, or fractures that fail to heal.

Surgical procedures we perform

Jones Fracture Screw Fixation

Screw fixation of a Jones fracture provides reliable healing and a quicker return to activity than casting alone — preferred for athletes and active patients.

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Recovery

Surgical: protected weightbearing within 2 weeks, return to sport at 2–4 months.

Frequently asked questions

Why do some 5th metatarsal fractures need surgery?

True Jones fractures have a high non-union rate without surgery — many athletes choose fixation to get back faster and more reliably.

Related conditions

Stress FractureAnkle Fracture

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