4. Inability to Place Pressure on the Foot
If you have a broken foot, one of the first things that you’ll notice as a symptom is the inability to place any pressure on the foot; while the foot might still be able to bend and move slightly, movement is likely to be restricted and extremely painful – and in most cases, a broken foot can’t and shouldn’t be taking any additional weight.
Immediately after the injury, it’s vital to keep the foot as still as possible and to restrict movement until the injury can be x-rayed and set in place. This can ensure a much faster, more effective healing process.
During the healing process, a splint or cast normally helps to keep the injury in place – and for mobility, either crutches or a wheelchair is used for the six to eight-week healing process after such an injury has been sustained to reduce the risk of further injury.