Ankle Fractures
An ankle fracture is an injury to your lower leg, which connects to your foot. The bones in the ankle can break, as happens in any other part of the body, and when that happens, it causes a very severe type of pain. The ankle bones are some of the most sturdy bones in the body as they receive all the weight of the rest of the body. However, they are also subject to extreme pressure compared to other bones, which makes them susceptible to stress damage.
An ankle fracture is caused by a fall or some other trauma. The fracture can occur anywhere in the ankle. However, it most commonly occurs in the distal fibular or the midtarsal region. You could also get the talus of the ankle fractured. Rest, ice, compression, elevation, and proper medication and pain medicine, are usually sufficient to treat the symptoms. Still, these patients need medical attention to reduce fractures, immobilize the joint, and promote proper healing.