Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Foot fractures are among the most commonly missed injuries in urgent care and emergency settings not because they are rare, but because the foot’s complexity makes fracture identification on standard X-ray technically demanding, and because many foot fractures do not cause the dramatic swelling and deformity patients associate with a “broken bone.” At Healthy Feet Podiatry, our NYC foot fracture doctors combine weight-bearing digital X-ray, clinical examination, and where indicated advanced imaging with MRI or CT to diagnose fractures accurately, classify them correctly, and apply the treatment that gives each specific fracture the best possible healing outcome.
A foot fracture is a break in one or more of the 26 bones that make up the foot, ranging from hairline stress fractures invisible on initial X-ray to complete displaced fractures requiring surgical fixation. The foot’s bones are organized into three functional regions: the hindfoot (calcaneus and talus), the midfoot (navicular, cuboid, and three cuneiform bones), and the forefoot (five metatarsals and fourteen phalanges). Each region sustains a characteristic pattern of fractures based on mechanism of injury: calcaneal fractures typically result from axial loading falls; talar fractures from high-energy ankle trauma; metatarsal shaft fractures from direct impact or torsional force; metatarsal base fractures from inversion injuries; stress fractures from repetitive cyclical loading that exceeds the bone’s remodeling capacity; and phalangeal fractures from direct crush or stubbing mechanisms. Accurate fracture diagnosis requires identifying not just the presence of a fracture but its location, displacement, articular involvement, and associated soft tissue injury because each of these factors shapes the treatment decision.
Foot fracture treatment at Healthy Feet Podiatry is determined by fracture type, location, displacement, and patient-specific factors including activity level, occupation, and bone health. Non-displaced fractures of the metatarsal shaft, lesser toes, and non-weight-bearing foot regions are typically managed conservatively with a removable walking boot, activity modification, and serial X-ray surveillance to confirm maintained alignment during healing. Stress fractures are managed based on zone of injury and high-risk classification low-risk stress fractures respond well to protected weight-bearing and load reduction, while high-risk fractures at the fifth metatarsal base (Jones fracture zone), navicular, and sesamoids require non-weight-bearing immobilization and, in competitive athletes or cases with delayed healing, surgical fixation. Displaced fractures, intra-articular fractures, Lisfranc injuries, and calcaneal fractures with significant displacement are evaluated for surgical fixation using open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) or minimally invasive techniques, performed in accredited outpatient or surgical facilities with individualized post-operative rehabilitation.
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Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Everyone was super friendly. Doctor Rick’s explained everything thoroughly.
Dr Bell was incredibly thorough and personable. Gave me great information and useful information for my next steps. A great experience!
“Fast, professional, and very clean office. I was checked in and seen within 10 minutes of my scheduled time. Dr. Ricks was straight to the point but thorough. The front desk staff was also incredibly helpful.
All of the staff are super welcoming and professional! Bianca took excellent care in getting my X-rays. Dr. Ricks was thorough in explaining my diagnosis and next steps. Highly recommended!!
Well before I came in today to see Dr. Ricks my foot in pain was 9/10 and now I feel good 🙏🏿🤩 thanks
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Dr. Farah Alani is a New York City foot and ankle surgeon at To Healthy Feet Podiatry, a boutique podiatry practice located in the heart…
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