How Do You Tape A Broken Toe?
Whether tripping over the cat or jamming your foot against a door, many of us have experienced the excruciating pain of a broken toe. Because you can’t put a cast on a broken toe like you can a broken arm or leg, taping the toe is usually the best treatment. Instructions Step 1 Get an x-ray to determine if you really have a broken toe. An x-ray is the only real way to ascertain whether you have a break or a sprain (unless, of course, you see a bone sticking out). Be aware that whether the x-ray shows a break or not, the treatment is still the same. If getting an x-ray gives you peace of mind, go for it! However, whether broken or sprained, the typical treatment for a broken toe is taping it to the adjacent toe to give you added stability as well as keeping the broken toe immobile. Step 2 Apply ice to the broken toe to help bring down swelling. It’s better to put ice in a plastic bag or a thin towel rather than applying it directly to the skin. Step 3 Place a small amount of padding (co
