An ankle fracture occurs when one or more bones around the ankle joint break due to trauma, falls, or accidents. This injury is referred to as Ankle Fracture and can cause severe pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty walking.
Fractures typically cause more severe pain, inability to bear weight, visible deformity, and significant swelling. An X-ray is needed to confirm the diagnosis.
No, stable fractures can be treated with a cast or walking boot. Surgery is needed for displaced or unstable fractures to restore proper alignment.
Most ankle fractures take 6 to 12 weeks to heal, depending on the severity and whether surgery was required.
Weight-bearing is usually restricted initially. Your surgeon will advise when it is safe to begin walking, often with the help of crutches or a boot.
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