Cam Newton Lisfranc Injury | Doctor's Simple Guide

Cam Newton of the NFL Carolina Panthers is out indefinitely with a Lisfranc injury to his foot. This video is a simple to follow explanation of this type of injury and what might have happened to Cam Newton.
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[@EWUFBIiswatching]

It’s wild how serious this injury is. And to think he was playing while having this specific injury.

[@AdamEllis33]

I've learned so much from this channel since I started following. Every time I open a video I know it's going to be clear, informative, and well thought out. As always, I greatly appreciate the content and I'm thrilled to see the success you've been having.

[@Icecreammchone]

I had a lisfranc injury back in my high school sports days, so its cool to see Brian covering this injury. I wish doctors explained my injury to me like Brian does in these videos! Super cool video, thank you!

[@MrTanzhiyong]

Hey there just wanna ask have you fully recovered from this injury since? I've been having a ligament sprain in my midfoot for a month and although the pain has went away, it's still very unstable in the foot and uncomfortable when pressure is applied on the foot. Just hoping it won't be a chronic problem

[@Icecreammchone]

@@MrTanzhiyong I have some residual pain in the area on occasion, (I also fractured the bones of the foot right there in addition to tearing the ligaments) but the instability and all that did end up going away, but it took around 5-6 months.

[@MrTanzhiyong]

@@Icecreammchone cool thanks for sharing bro. Any tips on recovery?

[@Icecreammchone]

Tan Zhi Yong Id say don’t rush back too fast. I was non-weight bearing for almost 3 months and I kinda rushed it back near the end of it and it was real painful and I had to dial it back

[@MrTanzhiyong]

@@Icecreammchone ok appreciate the tips bro cheers.

[@kimberlypaul3656]

Anyone watching this video because they have had this injury there is a great Facebook support group “lisfranc injury & life afterwards” whether you’ve just had your injury or did years ago it’s a great place to ask questions and feel support.

[@6shellie]

Thank you for this video. I am currently recovering from lisfranc surgery and this explanation is by far the best I’ve seen yet.

[@whysofreddy558]

You're The Goat Dr. , I love watching your videos even though I'm not into the medical field

[@Bernard.Daniel]

This is Hugely important man. Thank you for providing this information to the public..Please please please do more videos on Current player injuries.

[@josephsaber6103]

I'm a retired doctor whose speciality was diagnostic radiology. I happened on to these medical oriented programs by Dr. Brian Sutterer. They made my day! This guy has a real gift in explaining medical findings. Hi's presentations were flawless and easy to follow. Albeit my background makes it easier to follow but still I wish some of my med school tutors were half as good as this guy! Keep me coming!!!

[@ebg3624]

I’ve been waiting for this 🙌❤️

[@NobleReaper85]

I’ve learned so much from this channel keep it up !

[@PRODingleballz]

Cam can't catch a break man

[@Trohawkk]

Dab on em

[@cindersofcreation]

@John Carter his hair isn't even that long?

[@panthersfan8751]

@John Carter what does a Haircut matter to a injury?. Look at all these lame rappers hairstyles. Its his hair he aint gotta do crap to it.

[@panthersfan8751]

@John Carter cam was balling with the outfits in 2015. Allen take cams spot? No.

[@panthersfan8751]

@John Carter i really want to say his father days is catching up to him from all the headshots he has took. I want to think people knocked the confidence out of him and scared him

[@gabe2829]

You need more subscribers..I'm never disappointed with the great content

[@BrianSuttererMD]

Appreciate it!!

[@deemariedubois4916]

Yet another great informative video. Thanks Doc.

[@martykretz8502]

Do you sleep? Youre a doctor and get these videos out so fast! My fav. Channel keep it up

[@aoa3163]

Excellent video explanation doc!

[@puertoricanjohnny405]

First time seeing this very informative! Hope Cam can heal up for the playoff push

[@penguinking99zero]

Great vid! Would it be possible to do a video on shin splints too since there's so many leg injuries going on?

[@durdre]

Your videos are outstanding!

[@ertlk24]

Great Video! I heard the Lisfranc was a doctor in Napoleon's army who treated many soldiers with foot injuries as they were either dismounting or falling off their horses. Their foot apparently became stuck in the stirrup, causing the injury. Due to persistent pain from the "Lisfranc" injury, he performed a Transmetatarsal amputation to get the soldiers back into battle.

[@pendragon3434]

This was really informative. I messed up my foot recently never went to the doctor thinking this might be something to look into lol. I'd love to learn more about the importance of a foots arch and how flat feet affect sports mechanics and whether it may predispose some further injury

[@jacobkaminski8242]

Amazing video, haven’t seen the mechanism of injury explained better anywhere else, a few questions though, what exactly does surgery address, and what risks are associated with foregoing surgery if the widening is quite minor?

[@jefftkey]

Great video Doctor!

[@Graymeechtrius]

Very informative. Thanks!

[@Aznjerrick]

Brian I’ve been changing my major a few times within Medicine and watching your videos helped me realized my true passion for sports medicine. I was wondering what internship positions are available while I’m in undergrad??? Keep up the good work , love your content!!

[@beaubeauknows3620]

Aznjerrick local hospitals or training facilities

[@Aznjerrick]

@@beaubeauknows3620 thanks!

[@TheBreezus]

I'm surprise that you are the first doc to talk about sport related medical injuries. You will be big I know it and you provide good info! Stay Healthy!

[@stevemiller995]

Great analysis and information, as usual. You called the Zion injury just before it happened! Please consider a video that tells us about "Turf Toe" in the NFL & College football. Thanks

[@Crissy_tina]

Here after the Jourdan Lewis injury! I knew the Dr. would have something regarding! DC4L 💙🤠

[@gbaggett4511]

Very good information!

[@beatmajinsephiroth]

hey doc can you do a vid on Kenny Smith's knees and how/why he's always had knee valgus

[@Lorfrian]

Great content! Please do a an Update on him!!!

[@Andrechickenjoy]

Hey Doc, I’ve been reading some sports related injury articles and have been noticing that they use the term ‘stress reaction’ (i.e. Kyle Kuzma) recently. What is this type of injury and how’s it different to your standard injuries you hear about?

[@christopheralexander7577]

I suffered a lisfranc over 11 months ago now where I dislocated my entire mid foot along with some fractures and a few other dislocations requiring 12 screws, 6 plates, and a rod through the 5th MT and cuboid that was removed after 2 months. I got the rest of the hardware removed after 8 months. I’m seeing 2 physiotherapists at the same time and we’re just now starting to do some body weight calf raises. The biggest step we’ve made so far has been acupuncture, which made walking/standing for more than 10 minutes bearable. I’m a varsity athlete (swimming) and returning to competition has been my #1 priority, and we’re still not even close. This injury from what I’ve experienced can be life changing, and there is not enough knowledge about treating it from what I’ve seen and read. I’m curious as to how my surgeon attacked this surgery, if you read this I’m wondering what another person trained in this field would do or think about it. I have pictures of X-rays before and after if you want to see

[@le2273]

Please share the xrays! I also suffered a Lisfranc infury , and just got my MRI. Im waiting for the final results and whether or not surgery is needed.

[@skwarepeg1068]

Thank you! I am 5 weeks post-op for Lisfranc injury/fracture. Your video is the best explanation I’ve had for what specifically was the problem and what surgery addressed, and why. I think the way Cam injured his foot is what happened with me. I’ve not been able to figure it out, but your explanation made it clear for me! It seems such a small thing, but it’s going to be a good 3 months of my life not walking, and then another surgery to remove the hardware!

[@lisandromorales9498]

Same here I am 4 week post-op . Good luck will see how this goes

[@bahubalisinghsangam8830]

Now u r able to walk

[@bahubalisinghsangam8830]

@@lisandromorales9498 Now u r able to walk properly? Please answer

[@6shellie]

I hope you are healing well. I am currently 5 weeks post op.

[@bahubalisinghsangam8830]

@@6shellie Now am walking but limping is there bcz pain on ankle

[@Grillmachine00]

Will you ever review an esport injury? Many people, me included, do not understand how it can result in an actual long term hand injury. Keep up the good work!

[@Grillmachine00]

@JR Logue LoL players get injured as well, for example, Hai had a wrist injury. So injuries are rare, but happen, and it's difficult to undestand why they do.

[@jflopezfernandez]

@@Grillmachine00 did Hai get injured again recently, or are you talking about the one a few years ago?

[@Grillmachine00]

One from few years ago, since it is probably the most known example of a LoL player being injured.

[@jflopezfernandez]

@@Grillmachine00 Yea, that's true, I haven't played in years and I remembered it lol

[@Grillmachine00]

@@jflopezfernandez Exactly my point, thank you. The thing is that he can't make a video focusing on one of the injuries, neither on only one esport, so if he was to make it, he would have to address multiple in one video for it to be worth making.

[@sarahbrassard3285]

I got a lisfranc injury 4.5 months ago but they never did the x-rays standing up and now I'm wondering if that's why it still hurts to this day...

[@sarahbrassard3285]

@TULL thanks when covid ends I'll talk to my doctor and get it checked out!

[@sarahbrassard3285]

@Chris Farley thanks for the info, I'll get it checked out!

[@A2mand2H]

It doesn't hurt because they didn't do weight-bearing x-rays. And apparently you were diagnosed with Lifranc regardless. It hurts because it is a serious life-changing injury.

[@_adrian1510]

I’ve been looking for this

[@michaelgorilla9910]

You should do a video where you build the perfect athlete through the eyes of a doctor. Taking the best parts from all athletes and combine them to make The perfect body for a football player, basketball player, baseball player etc.

[@user-cl2zi2mv9p]

Hello, Doc. Thank you very much for your amazing videos, I am a Chinese post graduated student majoring in sports rehabilitation and I have learnt a lot from your videos. The thing is there are no such great videos like yours in China, and most Chinese people are forbidden to login KZbin, so I just wanna ask if I can translate your videos into Chinese and unload them on Chinese website with your original links?

[@connormcclure7208]

Hey Brian, I was curious if this injury ever fully recovers? The player I think of most is Sammy Watkins, if I remember correctly he fractured the lisfranc, and never really looked the same after. Thanks for the constant sports injury information!

[@emilyme05]

I’m no doctor, but I’ve had surgery from a severe lisfranc fracture in 2012. I was not paying attention and fell off a step and my foot was inverted when I landed. Horrible unbearable pain and unable to apply any pressure at all for at least a week. I had 2 surgeries and my foot has never been better. I have metal in my foot that acts as a replacement ligament. I think the severity of the injury and age of the patient determines the course of action. Without repairing it properly with either a boot or surgery, you’ll develop arthritis and pain in the foot in the years to come but if treated properly, you will gain full recovery of the injury. I am speaking 2nd hand from my orthopedic surgeon. God bless.

[@heavenstomurgatroyd7033]

Excellent!

[@muncher4790]

torn my lisfranc & broke most of my metatarsals in my left foot playing football, my foot hasn’t been the same since. wouldn’t wish this injury upon my worst enemy

[@mesfensahle8029]

Gr8 Video 💯💯

[@ashman870]

I’m having surgery tomorrow for a Lisfranc injury I received from trying to stop my out of control electric scooter while swerving at an angle to avoid hitting somebody. Same thing- plantar angle and twisting motion with a lot of force on my foot. Medical staff were able to identify my injury straight away and it has only been a 3 day wait for surgery so I’m hoping that helps with the recovery. Still, I have a long road ahead :(

[@nimkeemagiskan4493]

Malik Jackson has a serious lisfranc injury! Do some Philadelphia eagles injury videos since so many have injuries, I was hoping to see why Mack hollins was out so long for a groin injury?

[@theinvincible6931]

I’ve had this injury for like 2 months now watching this made me realise it’s lisfranc but I can’t be asked to go to the NHS because I have to wait hours and can it recover by it self.

[@KaijukeyMon]

Your the best👍

[@TELL843]

Could you do a video of Kyle Kuzma stress reaction in left foot?

[@Scribblescrabbly]

Here learning more about the injury after Chet Holmgren got hurt.

[@CRobinsonpk]

It’s insane how much doctors have figured out about the human body

[@chrissullivan5058]

Can you do a video of Santi Cazorla and his 2 year absence from soccer because of his Achilles?

[@Austinwhite918]

Just happened to Travis Etienne. Hope for a speedy recovery. Looks rough

[@BrayoFitnessTrainer]

I knew Cam was playing injured and sadly so is at least 70% of NFL players. Toradol/ Vicodin/Opiates can only get you so far. It’s just a matter of time until the injury flares up! We live in a “man up” nfl culture and it’s fckn up a lot of guys up in the long run!

[@crazyworld54321]

Manning up isn't the issue. Playing for literally millions of dollars is the issue. You think these guys would do what they do for minimum wage?

[@BrayoFitnessTrainer]

crazyworld54321 no, less money would mean less pressure to perform.

[@mcoletta6736]

Well hopefully his foot can heal completely because Kyle Allen kinda sucks

[@radconman]

Can you do Hugo Lloris’s elbow dislocation

[@SGCXD]

I did this playing baseball a few weeks ago. Felt a pop in my back foot after an awkward swing at a change up as I started to run to first. Wasn’t too bad, minor swelling and no bruising luckily. Hope it heals 😅

[@thomasj1026]

Sounds like y'all need to make a foot brace that has support and compression to keep it together

[@BigPete44]

DR. Not sure if you watch baseball or care lol but as a New York Mets Fan was wondering if Jeff McNeils Ulna Fracture will have any long term problems? He’s having surgery. Was hit by a pitch. 👍

[@Unclejake]

I like to have you better explain the Browns LB Christian Kirksey pectoral injury.

[@suadkacar3017]

can you do a video on ice vs heat therapy? which one is better? I read somewhere that the guy that came up with acromyn RICE, refuted the first two parts of it. Saying that too much rest is bad and early mobilization is ideal, and the ice doesn't do anything and may prolong recovery time.

[@jorgeeduardodussanvillanue46]

Wow! Can you link me the article? When I sprain my ankles I always treat them with more cold than heat.

[@suadkacar3017]

@@jorgeeduardodussanvillanue46 www.drmirkin.com/fitness/why-ice-delays-recovery.html this is the doctor who came up with RICE acronym, himself. Dr. Gabe Mirkin.

[@suadkacar3017]

@@jorgeeduardodussanvillanue46 www.synctherapy.ca/2016/01/14/meth-method-for-injuries/ another interesting article

[@crazyworld54321]

@@suadkacar3017 it's subjective. For every article that says one thing, you'll find another saying something opposite. Personally I believe icing acute injuries is appropriate to reduce pain and swelling. The inflammatory process is a natural response, but not necessarily a good thing depending on the type of injury. Too much swelling in a specific area can cause it's own "secondary" issues. Like all things, science has some answers, but is overall lacking in definitive knowledge.

[@suadkacar3017]

@@crazyworld54321 yes, very true.

[@domagojtrninic2637]

I love you man :)

[@shirleymorales3161]

Poor guy! I stepped off of a curb and twisted my foot later in the evening I went up on my toes and pushed off to hop on the other foot. It felt like it folded on top and the first foot injured worse when I tried to not fall down. 5 weeks later both feet still swollen bruised top and bottom unstable alot of pain and unable to walk .They said no breaks on the x-rays the day after but it feels like several UGH

[@GingerAle4Life]

Do Kyle Kuzma's foot injury

[@ashlynblair6788]

I got a complete lizfrank fracture, and multiple surgeries. Got hit by a car while walking in high heels so watching you’re video let’s me know a byy it more on the ‘how’. Not fun

[@oscaryshy]

Hello, is there a way to know if I have that injury? I have pain on top of my foot but it's just one specific spot. I can't walk and it's killing me 😢

[@seagk1343]

Hey Brian, I recently got a lisfranc injury myself and was wondering in your experience how often a patient ends up needing an MRI to diagnose the severity of the injury.

[@jdkoz98]

seagk1343 I would assume almost every time, considering I just scheduled an MRI because my shoulder hurts and surgeon wants to see damage inside

[@kenzeier2943]

I like medical info and sports

[@crazyworld54321]

Why is it taking Darius Leonard so long to get out of concussion protocol? I'm wondering if something else is wrong.

[@WutTheDeuceGaming]

3:55 I've actually fallen on someone's foot like that during practice once. He didn't even get hurt, but his foot ended up underneath my rib cage into my gut. Needless to say I was out of air for a while and my gut was on fire. IT HURT SO BAD, yet he walked off like it was nothing.

[@micah_lee]

Stronk lisfrank

[@michaelbastani5731]

Im just wondering what circumstances require a foot to be amputated...

[@BartBasquiato]

Hey doc since we on this topic, sometimes when I run I get a pain in the middle of my foot it feels like needles poking my foot. Any idea what it could be?

[@mustangct4032]

i’ve had that before

[@Bonnie-jj2jk]

I have this injury and hate my life. 10 months & cannot walk right. Immense pain non stop 😢

[@davidchester429]

You have ruined my life I keep watching these videos 😂

[@WillAyeAmNot]

So, why is there no ligament between the two metatarsal bones?

[@adventure_hannah3841]

Oof. That move that Cam did looks like something a lot of people do in marching band (and DCI and WGI) with fast drill changes. We have a TON of foot and knee injuries, mostly from overuse or weird turns like this.

[@dailykicks9284]

Can you walk after cast is removed?

[@williamthomas1022]

is there a way to tape the foot pregame to prevent this?

[@ethanweeter2732]

I would say I feel bad for cam, but Olin Kreutz in 2011 had this happen during a game and finished the game despite this injury because there was no backup center for the Bears. That was the 2011 NFC title game.

[@blueoceanhustle363]

Still hurting from toe injury 10 years later

[@___Anakin.Skywalker]

Here cause of Chat Holmgren injury

[@josephbey7179]

Good intell

[@joe1rooney1]

Matt Corral just did this too

[@11dmills]

Had an old school crt tv fall off a table about 2 feet and land right on the top of my foot when I was 10 and caused this injury. Never knew the name but I do now lol.

[@kaitlinweible7723]

Until the early 90s amputation was the standard treatment for lisfranc injury. I'm relieved I didn't get hurt until 2014 but also I've been in pain for 6 years now.. There's days I wonder 🤷‍♀️

[@ddollarz567]

Can you walk normally?

[@kaitlinweible7723]

No after about 20 mins on my foot I am in extreme pain and I walk with a limp. I also can't wear most shoes anymore because most of my foot is fused so it can't bend and flex to put the shoe on 🤦‍♀️ I've had 4 surgeries each one made it worse and was basically told I will be in pain for the rest of my life and the arthritis will only get worse.. So that's exciting

[@ddollarz567]

@@kaitlinweible7723 I’m so sorry to hear that wow that’s not good. Can arthritis be avoid it?

[@georgegarcia4268]

Did Davante Adams on Thursday NIght football experiance the same injury?

[@crazyworld54321]

No. His was turf toe. Hypertension upward of the big toe. Very painful, like a hot poker at the toe knuckle any time pressure is applied.

[@mserrata19]

Did Trevor Sieman have this injury too? The way he has his ankle looks like this injury could happen.

[@jattlife6382]

I had this lisfranc injury in August 2019 and still recovering at this time due to covid. Any ideas of exercise to do?

[@kimberlypaul3656]

Facebook has a great lisfranc support group which is a great place to ask those types of questions.

[@jattlife6382]

@@kimberlypaul3656 thank you 🙏🏾

[@kimberlypaul3656]

@@jattlife6382 of course. Its “lisfranc injury & life afterwards” if you are interested

[@kikondewashere1975]

Are Lisfranc injuries obvious in X rays or are they easier to see in MRIs?

[@sadoo0797]

Much easier to see in mris very hard to spot in X-rays

[@misti-step]

my teenage sister got this injury skateboarding, gonna have surgery next week :(. good info to know!

[@40kgtwink44]

How did it went?

[@dannydenan5248]

I did the same to mine skating recently. Is she recovered now?

[@misti-step]

@@dannydenan5248 yup! it took a surgery and a few months of pt but shes completely recovered now, abt 6 months after getting the injury :)

[@JORDAN-pq5qv]

With or without the lis franc, that QB spot gizone!

[@ethanbing4013]

If you do tear it can you still walk

[@dannydenan5248]

I tore my lisfranc ligament when I rolled my ankle skating and fortunately I dont need surgery. Anyone know how long this takes to make a full recovery? Or how long it took Cam to recover?

[@sadoo0797]

I needed surgery pain went away after 2 days and I can start weight bearing after about a month and a half with an assistive boot I should be able to fully weight bear with no assistance after 3 months total and can get the hardware removed in about 6 months total idk about non surgical procedure but this is my estimated timeline

[@M_Ladd]

Actually ole Jaques would amputate the foot of the soldiers that would get their foot caught in the stirrups of the horse they were riding for various reasons. At the time that was a very common injury! injury!

[@peterf.229]

I thought it was cause their feet got caught in the stirups and their horse either fell or threw them off. the injury would occur due to being stuck pretty much

[@smac919]

Lisa Frank injury..?

[@kdpowers]

Travis Etienne just suffered this in Jags camp.

[@ewwhoisshe]

This seasons injuries mainly consist of QB’s

[@SC-mq1eh]

im assuming this isnt turf toe, but its the foot i guess! lol - i honestly dont want to see someone afflicted by turf toe to discuss, but it does seem to be a bit less common these days - so ill patiently wait until it does pop up!

[@jefersonforti5339]

Normally the player will never be the same after lisfranc injury. I had linfranc injury one year ago and it still hurts. This injury means the end of carrier.

[@sadoo0797]

Depends on the severity and your dedication to pt it means the end of athletes careers because they drug them up and play them with the injury it’s a hard injury to find. Many normal people after surgical treatment can fully recover or almost fully recover from subtle lisfranc fractures although it takes a little longer then you’d like

[@spikedcoffee9195]

Had Lisfranc surgery and later mid foot fusion, but dude was French, not LisFrank.

[@geraldcolvin8668]

I had a lisfranc injury from a car crash...not fun whatsoever...thanks doc

[@ertlk24]

Wow! I wrote my before I saw the entire video: You explaining who Lisfranc was!

[@ayazm1110]

And damn those x rays look just like mine