March fractures

March fractures are fractures affecting the metatarsal bones in the absence of any injury. They’re called march fractures because they can be caused by going on long marches. They usually affect the second or third metatarsal. There is severe pain on standing or walking, which usually comes on a couple of days after the prolonged exercise. The cause is thought to be repeated stress on the bone. The treatment involves resting the foot in plaster while the fractures heal.
 
 
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