The healing time for turf toe depends on the severity of the injury:
- Mild (Grade 1) cases may heal in about a week or a few weeks with rest.
- Moderate (Grade 2) cases typically take around 2 to 4 weeks to heal.
- Severe (Grade 3) cases can take 2 to 6 months or longer to fully recover and may require more intensive treatment or surgery.
Proper treatment including rest, ice, compression, elevation, and sometimes physical therapy or orthotics can aid in recovery. Walking may be possible in mild cases but should be avoided if it worsens pain. Untreated turf toe can lead to complications including chronic pain and limited motion.
In summary, turf toe healing time ranges from about 1 week for mild cases up to 6 months for severe cases.
