Sprains of the Metatarsophalangeal Joint

Definition:
An injury to the metatarsophalangeal joint when the joint is carried through a range of motion greater than normal, but without dislocation or fracture. "Turf toe"
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain in the toe
  • Pain with walking, running, jumping
  • Swelling in the toe
  • Loss of ROM in the toe
Causes
  • Hyperextension of the toe
  • Associated with playing on artificial turf (rigid surface)
Treatment
  • Wear a shoe with a rigid sole
  • ROM and stretching
  • Soft tissue massage
  • Foot intrinsic muscle strengthening
Sprains of the Metatarsophalangeal Joint Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Foot Wedge
  • 3-D Runners Stretch
  • 100s
  • Passive Ankle Inversion
  • Passive Ankle Eversion
  • Windshield Wipers
  • Single Leg Balance
  • Toe Yoga
  • Tri Planar Knee To Wall
  • Nose To Wall
  • Stationary Bike
  • Contrast Bath

Sprains of the Metatarsophalangeal Joint Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Raises
  • Heel Offs
  • Slips Rocker
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • Step Downs
  • Backwards Step Ups

Sprains of the Metatarsophalangeal Joint Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Offs
  • German Dance
  • Heel Raises
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • T Band Walks In Mase
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Jump Rope Routine
  • Toe Hops