Many other kinds of trauma can cause pain around the MTP joint, such as a fracture (broken toe), which can happen from dropping something on the toe, stubbing the toe, or other injuries.

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"It sounds worse than it is, but he's got a broken toe, but it's one that can be managed and played with providing he can ...

“I did all of this because I love this sport so much, even though it brings a lot of pain and disappointment ... weeks of action to heal her broken toe.