Hi The toes are comprised of small bones (called phalanges), which are susceptible to breaking when exposed to blunt trauma Most broken toes are called stress or hairline fractures, which means a small surface crack that s not serious enough to misalign the bones or break the skin s surface TIPS for faster healing - If you have diabetes or peripheral neuropathy (loss of sensation in the toes), do not tape the toes together because you won t be able to feel if the tape is too tight or if blisters form. - There s no need to be completely inactive once you break your toe, but substitute activities that put less pressure on the foot, such as swimming or lifting weights with your upper body. - As an alternative to anti-inflammatory and analgesics for your broken toe, acupuncture may provide pain relief and help reduce inflammation Let the wound completely heal and till you do not get any pain in the toe for you to resume your tennis Wish You Good Health Regards Dr Sridhar K