Fractures of the proximal fifth metatarsal that are distal to the tuberosity require more aggressive treatment. This includes fractures of the metaphyseal-diaphyseal junction (Figure 5) and fractures of the diaphysis (Figure 6). Complications such as delayed union and nonunion are common.
Extramedullary spinal tumors are far more common than intramedullary tumors. The most common extramedullary spinal tumors are meningiomas and schwannomas and they are both generally benign tumors. Meningiomas arise from arachnoid cells within the tissues of the spinal cord.
Common symptoms of a tumor on the spinal cord or the bones of the spine often include: back or neck pain; weakness, pain, tingling or numbness in a part of the body such as hands, feet, arms or legs; loss of sexual function; and loss of bladder and/or bowel control.