The recovery time for turf toe varies significantly depending on the severity of the injury:
- Mild turf toe (Grade 1), which involves minor stretching or spraining of ligaments, typically heals within 1 to 2 weeks with rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
- Moderate turf toe (Grade 2), which includes partial tearing of ligaments, usually takes about 3 to 6 weeks to heal. Treatment may involve immobilization with a boot or stiff-soled shoe, physical therapy, and gradual return to activity.
- Severe turf toe (Grade 3), where there is a complete tear of ligaments with possible dislocation, can take several months to heal, often between 2 to 6 months. Severe cases may require extended immobilization, physical therapy, and sometimes surgery.
Overall, mild cases can resolve in a few weeks, moderate in several weeks, and severe cases may take months, with some cases requiring surgery and longer rehabilitation for full recovery.
