Zone III injuries in the proximal diaphysis of the fifth metatarsal are typically stress fractures (Figure 36-4). Patients often report prodromal symptoms, but radiographic findings are variable.

But the most common football injury I have seen over the years in terms of metatarsal fractures is a stress fracture of the fifth metatarsal – also known as a Jones fracture.

Neymar suffered a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot. What, exactly, does that mean? And how long will the Brazilian forward be out for?

If a stress fracture of the 5th metatarsal breaks through the bone, surgery may be necessary for healing to occur. The other problems are treated with exercises and taping.

The peroneal tendon runs along the side of the foot and attaches to the base of the 5th metatarsal; injury of of the tendon could also cause pain in the outer aspect of the foot.

If you fracture the fifth metatarsal bone in your foot, it is called a Jones fracture. This bone is on the outer edge of your foot, connecting to your pinky toe. It is a very common injury, but it ...

Some players also suffer what is called a Jones fracture, a specific break near the base of the fifth metatarsal that is difficult to heal. How long does a metatarsal injury take to heal?

According to Cincinnati Bengals writer Geoff Hobson, Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton will start the season without one of his prime targets, wide receiver Marvin Jones, who is recovering from a ...