Background Fifth metatarsal stress fracture (Jones fracture) is one of the issues of sports-related injuries. Objective Exploration of unknown risk factor for developing Jones fractures. Design Case ...

Metatarsal injuries are common in athletes and usually occur as a result of a direct blow to the foot or as stress fractures.

Treatment usually involves rest ... black line" stress fracture of the tibia/shin and the Jones fracture of the fifth metatarsal, heal poorly and often are treated with surgery.

Subsequent imaging revealed a broken fifth metatarsal on his right foot, which will require surgery to repair,” according to ...

Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson suffered a fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot while playing basketball ...