Sunday, October 12, 2014

Kevin Durant Fractures Foot - Out 6-8 Weeks

One could see this as a setback for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Kevin Durant, the 2013-2014 MVP of the NBA has broken hi foot. He has what is known as a "Jones" fracture.

A Jones fracture is a fracture of the diaphysis of the fifth metatarsal of the foot, at the base of the small toe. The proximal end, where the Jones fracture occurs, is in the midportion of the foot. Those who sustain a Jones fracture have pain over this area, swelling, and difficulty walking.

Read the ESPN story here.

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