General A fracture of the ankle joint usually affects the upper part of the joint, also called the upper ankle joint. The upper ankle joint is the connection between the bones of the lower leg and the foot. Fractures affecting the ankle joint are a very common injury. The ankle is the third most common … Ankle fracture
Causes The causes that can lead to an ankle fracture are numerous. By far the most common cause of these fractures is the twisting of the foot. Ankle fractures are particularly common in running-intensive sports and skiing. However, fractures of the ankle joint can also occur when falling on the foot and simultaneously twisting it, … Causes | Ankle fracture
Healing/Duration As a rule, ankle fractures heal completely after some time and stress on the foot is possible without restriction. However, since bones heal quite slowly, the period until complete healing can be relatively long. With conservative therapy, the joint must be fixed and no load must be placed on the foot. This is usually … Healing/Duration | Ankle fracture
