What Is Turf Toe?
5. Grading/Classification
Turf toe injuries can be graded based on the severity of the injury. At grade 1, there is localized tenderness with some swelling and no bruising. It may be a stretch injury or small tear of the capsule. Grade 2 injury occurs when there is some tear of the capsule of the first metatarsophalangeal joint without involving the articular surface.
This can result in more tenderness with moderate swelling and bruising (ecchymosis). In grade 3 injury , there is complete tear of the capsule, tearing of the plantar plate, and can be associated with articular cartilage bruising, bone bruising, and fracture of sesamoids. This can result in severe swelling, tenderness, and moderate to severe bruising. The range of motion is also often limited as there is more severe pain.
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