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Sports Medicine

Turf toe and football: Why it can sideline players in a flash.

An orthopedic surgeon breaks down the injury that’s making headlines

Patrick Flanary
Contributing Writer
Published Oct. 29, 2025
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  • Char. R

Tags

  • turf toe
  • football
  • foot health
  • sports injury
  • Charlotte
  • GCM Cotswold
  • Char. R

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