Avulsion by peroneus brevis tendon: heal predictably in moonboot, do well
Jones fracture:poor blood supply, 25% risk non-union
Proximal shaft:common site for stress fracture
Clinical presentation
Pain over lateral border of forefoot, especially with weight bearing
Investigations
Clinically resemble a lateral malleolar fracture - check this area on a lateral x-ray
5th MT base fractures are transverse, so don't confuse with the normal longitudinal adolescent ossification centre
Management
Treatment can include protected weight bearing, immobilization or surgery depending on location of fracture, degree of displacement, and athletic level of patient
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