How to sleep with broken toe?
I broke my toe last week, and it hurts quite a bit, especially if I put any pressure on it. I'm finding it really hard to sleep at night. Is there a specific way I should position my foot?
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4 months ago
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To sleep peacefully, you must first quieten your mind. Keep your foot elevated on a high cushion above heart level, and practice some gentle deep abdominal breathing to help ease the throbbing sensation in your toe.
4 months ago
Just tape the broken toe to the next toe (buddy taping) as advised by your doctor to keep it stable. Keep your foot elevated on a pillow so fluid doesn't accumulate and cause throbbing pain at night.
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4 months ago
Agree with keeping the foot raised; placing a heavy pillow under your ankle really stops the bedsheet from pressing on your sore toe.
4 months ago
As a diabetic, any foot injury requires extreme care to prevent infections. Please ensure you keep the toe dry, inspect it daily, and keep it elevated on a clean pillow to maintain good blood circulation.
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4 months ago
My grandmother used to say to apply warm turmeric paste, but for a fracture, it is best to trust the doctor's splint. Elevating your foot on two pillows while sleeping on your back is the safest way to rest.