Treating turf toe depends on how severe the injury is. Medical experts grade them from 1 to 3 according to the extent of the damage to the MTP joint, sesamoids, surrounding tissues, ligaments, and tendons. This part of the foot is called the plantar complex.
With grade 2 turf toe, there is partial tearing of the plantar complex, resulting in tenderness, swelling, and bruising that is more widespread. The toe is painful, and its movement is restricted.
The different grades have different forms of treatment that are suggested. Grade 2 turf toe may need you to wear a special walking boot to keep the plantar complex together while it heals. You will probably need to wear them for about a week.