Which of the following is NOT one of the eight most common elements in the Earth's crust?
And the cuboid bone in the distal row of tarsal bones articulates anteriorly with the lateral two metatarsals, and the cuneiform bones articulate anteriorly with the medial three metatarsal bones. Those are the seven tarsal bones.
Metatarsal fractures often heal nicely with conservative care, meaning no operation is needed. The foot is wrapped for comfort to decrease swelling and placed in an orthopedic post-op or Reese shoe. Cast boots also may be considered. First metatarsal fractures that are aligned nicely may be treated with a post-op shoe with no weight bearing.