injuries poisoning
Metatarsophalangeal (MTP) Joint Sprain
Treatment of Turf Toe
Supportive measures (rest, buddy tape, ice, elevation, analgesics) Physical therapy Rarely, surgical repair Patients should generally limit activity, apply ice, and buddy tape the great toe to the second toe to partially immobilize the affected metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. Over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may help reduce pain in the short term. Physical therapy aimed at increasing flexibility can help prevent chronic MTP joint stiffness. For grade II injury, limitation of joint motion during ambulation may help (eg, wearing a stiff-soled shoe, walking boot, or shoe with an orthotic insert). If symptoms, including limited joint motion, persist beyond several weeks (suggesting a grade III sprain), surgical repair by a foot and ankle specialist may be needed. 