title: Fifth metatarsal fractures and current treatment.
abstract: Metatarsal fractures are one of the most common injuries of the foot. There has been conflicting literature on management of fifth metatarsal fractures due to inconsistency with respect to classification of these fractures. This article provides a thorough review of fifth metatarsal fractures with examination of relevant literature to describe the management of fifth metatarsal fractures especially the proximal fracture. A description of nonoperative and operative management for fifth metatarsal fractures according to anatomical region is provided.
authors.affiliation: Julia Bowes, Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopedics, Walter Mackenzie Centre, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2B7, Canada.
authors.forename: Julia
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Bowes
authors.affiliation: Julia Bowes, Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopedics, Walter Mackenzie Centre, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2B7, Canada.
authors.forename: Richard
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Buckley
keywords: Athlete; Fifth metatarsal; Jones fracture; Metatarsal fractures; Operative care