Fifth Metatarsal Stress Fractures In Football

Fifth metatarsal stress fractures are potentially career-ending injuries for professional football players and are therefore considered a high-risk stress fracture. Reported incidence among football players is relatively high. This metatarsal stress fracture usually appears in the proximal part of the bone. The lack of vascularization in the proximal part of the bone could be a reason for the healing problems. Surgical treatment seems preferable with a median time to return to sports after 14 weeks.