Effectiveness of Shockwave Treatment for Proximal Fifth Metatarsal Stress Fracture in Soccer Players

A Kirschner wire was introduced in the proximal tuberosity under anteroposterior and lateral fluoroscopic control, following the bone axis and passing through the fracture line; a cannulated compressor screw in a diameter between 45 - 55 mm in the more satisfactory position to achieve the optimal fragments compression.

3 weekly session, one per week, of focused shock waves, using an electrohydraulic device.