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| name = Ankle fracture | |||
| image = [[File:Bimalleolar_fracture_legend.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = X-ray of a bimalleolar ankle fracture | |||
| field = [[Orthopedics]] | |||
| synonyms = Broken ankle | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[swelling]], [[bruising]], inability to bear weight | |||
| complications = [[Compartment syndrome]], [[arthritis]], [[infection]] | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Weeks to months | |||
| causes = [[Trauma]] | |||
| risks = [[Osteoporosis]], [[high-impact sports]], [[falls]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[X-ray]], [[CT scan]] | |||
| differential = [[Ankle sprain]], [[Achilles tendon rupture]] | |||
| treatment = [[Rest]], [[ice]], [[compression]], [[elevation]], [[casting]], [[surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Pain relievers]] | |||
| prognosis = Good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
An '''ankle fracture''' is a break in one or more of the bones that make up the [[ankle joint]]. The ankle joint is composed of three bones: the [[tibia]], the [[fibula]], and the [[talus]]. Ankle fractures can range from a simple break in one bone, which may not prevent you from walking, to several fractures, which may force your ankle out of place and require you not to put weight on it for a few months. | An '''ankle fracture''' is a break in one or more of the bones that make up the [[ankle joint]]. The ankle joint is composed of three bones: the [[tibia]], the [[fibula]], and the [[talus]]. Ankle fractures can range from a simple break in one bone, which may not prevent you from walking, to several fractures, which may force your ankle out of place and require you not to put weight on it for a few months. | ||
[[File:Ankle fractures -- Smart-Servier.jpg|Ankle fractures -- Smart-Servier|500px|right|frameless]] | [[File:Ankle fractures -- Smart-Servier.jpg|Ankle fractures -- Smart-Servier|500px|right|frameless]] | ||
==Types of Ankle Fractures== | ==Types of Ankle Fractures== | ||
There are several types of ankle fractures, and they are usually classified by the area of the bone that is damaged. These include: | There are several types of ankle fractures, and they are usually classified by the area of the bone that is damaged. These include: | ||
* '''Lateral malleolus fracture''': A fracture to the fibula bone in the lower leg. | * '''Lateral malleolus fracture''': A fracture to the fibula bone in the lower leg. | ||
* '''Medial malleolus fracture''': A fracture to the tibia at the inside of the lower leg. | * '''Medial malleolus fracture''': A fracture to the tibia at the inside of the lower leg. | ||
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* '''Bimalleolar fractures''': Fractures that occur in both the tibia and fibula. | * '''Bimalleolar fractures''': Fractures that occur in both the tibia and fibula. | ||
* '''Trimalleolar fractures''': Fractures that occur in all three malleoli of the ankle. | * '''Trimalleolar fractures''': Fractures that occur in all three malleoli of the ankle. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
[[File:Screw fracture of material used for ankle fracture.jpg|Screw fracture of material used for ankle fracture|500px|right|framelss]] | [[File:Screw fracture of material used for ankle fracture.jpg|Screw fracture of material used for ankle fracture|500px|right|framelss]] | ||
Ankle fractures can occur from excessive rolling or twisting of the ankle, falls, or impact from accidents. High-impact sports such as [[soccer]], [[football]], and [[skiing]] are common causes of ankle fractures. | Ankle fractures can occur from excessive rolling or twisting of the ankle, falls, or impact from accidents. High-impact sports such as [[soccer]], [[football]], and [[skiing]] are common causes of ankle fractures. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
Symptoms of an ankle fracture can include pain, swelling, bruising, inability to walk or bear weight on the ankle, and deformity if the ankle is dislocated as well. | Symptoms of an ankle fracture can include pain, swelling, bruising, inability to walk or bear weight on the ankle, and deformity if the ankle is dislocated as well. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of an ankle fracture usually involves a physical examination, an [[x-ray]], and sometimes a [[CT scan]] or [[MRI]] to provide more detailed images of the injury. | Diagnosis of an ankle fracture usually involves a physical examination, an [[x-ray]], and sometimes a [[CT scan]] or [[MRI]] to provide more detailed images of the injury. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for an ankle fracture depends on the severity of the fracture. Non-surgical treatments include casting or splinting to immobilize the ankle and allow the fracture to heal. Surgical treatments may be necessary for more severe fractures and can involve the use of plates and screws to hold the bones in place while they heal. | Treatment for an ankle fracture depends on the severity of the fracture. Non-surgical treatments include casting or splinting to immobilize the ankle and allow the fracture to heal. Surgical treatments may be necessary for more severe fractures and can involve the use of plates and screws to hold the bones in place while they heal. | ||
==Recovery== | ==Recovery== | ||
Recovery from an ankle fracture can take several weeks to several months and often involves [[physical therapy]] to restore strength and mobility to the ankle. | Recovery from an ankle fracture can take several weeks to several months and often involves [[physical therapy]] to restore strength and mobility to the ankle. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Bone fracture]] | * [[Bone fracture]] | ||
* [[Orthopedic surgery]] | * [[Orthopedic surgery]] | ||
* [[Physical therapy]] | * [[Physical therapy]] | ||
[[Category:Orthopedic surgical procedures]] | [[Category:Orthopedic surgical procedures]] | ||
[[Category:Injuries]] | [[Category:Injuries]] | ||
[[Category:Bone fractures]] | [[Category:Bone fractures]] | ||
{{Medicine-stub}} | {{Medicine-stub}} | ||
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| Ankle fracture | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Broken ankle |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain, swelling, bruising, inability to bear weight |
| Complications | Compartment syndrome, arthritis, infection |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Weeks to months |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Trauma |
| Risks | Osteoporosis, high-impact sports, falls |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, X-ray, CT scan |
| Differential diagnosis | Ankle sprain, Achilles tendon rupture |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Rest, ice, compression, elevation, casting, surgery |
| Medication | Pain relievers |
| Prognosis | Good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
An ankle fracture is a break in one or more of the bones that make up the ankle joint. The ankle joint is composed of three bones: the tibia, the fibula, and the talus. Ankle fractures can range from a simple break in one bone, which may not prevent you from walking, to several fractures, which may force your ankle out of place and require you not to put weight on it for a few months.
Types of Ankle Fractures[edit]
There are several types of ankle fractures, and they are usually classified by the area of the bone that is damaged. These include:
- Lateral malleolus fracture: A fracture to the fibula bone in the lower leg.
- Medial malleolus fracture: A fracture to the tibia at the inside of the lower leg.
- Posterior malleolus fracture: A fracture to the tibia at the back of the lower leg.
- Bimalleolar fractures: Fractures that occur in both the tibia and fibula.
- Trimalleolar fractures: Fractures that occur in all three malleoli of the ankle.
Causes[edit]
Ankle fractures can occur from excessive rolling or twisting of the ankle, falls, or impact from accidents. High-impact sports such as soccer, football, and skiing are common causes of ankle fractures.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of an ankle fracture can include pain, swelling, bruising, inability to walk or bear weight on the ankle, and deformity if the ankle is dislocated as well.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of an ankle fracture usually involves a physical examination, an x-ray, and sometimes a CT scan or MRI to provide more detailed images of the injury.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for an ankle fracture depends on the severity of the fracture. Non-surgical treatments include casting or splinting to immobilize the ankle and allow the fracture to heal. Surgical treatments may be necessary for more severe fractures and can involve the use of plates and screws to hold the bones in place while they heal.
Recovery[edit]
Recovery from an ankle fracture can take several weeks to several months and often involves physical therapy to restore strength and mobility to the ankle.
See Also[edit]
