Turf Toe Symptoms and Diagnosis
Turf Toe Symptoms
Common symptoms of turf toe often include:
- Pain, especially with activity
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Tenderness to the touch
- Limited motion in the toe
You may notice that the pain in the metatarsophalangeal joint lessens when you wear hard-soled shoes.
Diagnosing Turf Toe
To diagnose turf toe, your doctor will do an exam to find out the extent of the injury. He or she will look for symptoms and test your range of motion.
Your injury could be a slight stretching, hyperextension, or tear of the tendon.
You may need an x-ray or MRI if your injury looks to be more severe. This will allow your doctor to rule out a fracture, or other more serious injury.