Turf toe recovery duration depends on the severity of the injury:
- For mild (grade 1) turf toe, recovery usually takes a few days to a week.
- Moderate (grade 2) injuries typically require a few weeks of healing, often 2 or more weeks without sports or exercise.
- Severe (grade 3) turf toe can take months to heal, possibly 6 or more weeks with a cast, and may require surgery. Recovery for grade 3 injuries can average around 16.5 weeks before returning to sports.
In rare cases or with repeated injury, turf toe can cause long-term stiffness or decreased foot function, but minor cases usually resolve quickly without lasting problems if treated properly.
