JONES FRACTURE:
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A Jones fracture refers to a transverse fracture at the
junction of the metaphysis and diaphysis within 1.5 cm of
the tuberosity. The mechanism is thought to be due to a
large adduction force applied to the forefoot with the
ankle plantar flexed. The patient may present with
acute pain or with a history of chronic pain along the
lateral margin of the foot. Because of poor blood supply
at the site of the fracture, Jones fractures are typically
slow to heal and often require surgery.
