Introduction

This episode of the ortho bullets podcast will go over the topic of fifth metatarsal base fracture from the foot and ankle section. Fifth meetatarsal base fractures are among the most common fractures of the foot, predisposed to pour healing due to limited blood supply in certain areas. Treatment can include protected weight bearing, a mobilization or surgery,. Depending on the location of the fracture, degree of displacement and athletic level of the patient. Demographics include athletes, military recruits and manual laborers.