Fractures of the 5th Metatarsal Bone (Jones Fracture; Dancer's Fracture; Pseudo-Jones Fracture) By Danielle Campagne, MD, University of California, San Francisco Reviewed / Revised Dec 2022 View Patient Education Fractures of the 5th Metatarsal Diaphysis Treatment Fractures of the 5th Metatarsal Base Treatment Topic Resources Jones vs Pseudo-Jones Fractures Walking Boot Fractures of the 5th metatarsal may occur in the base or shaft (diaphysis).