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