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Broken Toe (cont.)

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Broken toes usually take about six weeks to heal. If problems last longer than six weeks, another x-ray may be needed, or the injury should be rechecked by the doctor to see how the bone is healing.

Simple fractures usually heal well with no problems. However, a very bad fracture or a fracture that goes into a joint is at risk for developing arthritis, pain, stiffness, and possibly even a deformity.

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