Stress Fractures can often be a constant source of pain if they go unnoticed and can worsen if they remain untreated. They can and frequently do go away on their own, especially if there is a notable reduction in the activity that caused the fracture in the first place, but just as often the fracture may worsen and result in an extremely painful and much harder to heal break in the bones of the foot. This can lead to a much more painful injury and possibly a more invasive treatment, such as foot surgery and pins to hold the bone in place, to properly recover. If you think you have a stress fracture, please go see a doctor. At Tustin Podiatry Clinic we can assess the severity of your stress fracture and help you figure out the means to deal with the pain, minimize the effects of the injury and get you resuming your normal physical activities as soon as possible. We offer comprehensive treatment options and will work with you to develop a treatment plan that works with your everyday life.