Definition Besides the typical scaphoid fracture of the wrist, a fracture of the foot is also possible. The scaphoid bone of the foot is called “Os naviculare” in the technical language and is located between the talus and the sphenoid bones of the first two toes on the side of the big toe. A fracture … Scaphoid fracture in the foot
Therapy A scaphoid fracture is usually treated conservatively. If the bones have not shifted against each other and do not restrict the movement of the foot, a plaster cast is applied. This immobilizes the foot for several weeks in everyday life to prevent the fracture from worsening and to ensure healing. Physiotherapy can be performed … Therapy | Scaphoid fracture in the foot
Introduction An external ankle fracture is a fracture of the fibula in the area of the ankle. This fracture occurs mainly when the foot is bent and a high force is applied. The external ankle fracture is a common sports injury, especially in sports with abrupt stopping movements and short sprints. This fracture occurs in … External ankle fracture
Diagnostics If an external ankle fracture is suspected, a classic x-ray is first made in two planes of the ankle joint to assess primarily the bony structures and to find out whether a fracture is actually present or just a sprained ankle. The X-ray image can also be used to plan the subsequent therapy and … Diagnostics | External ankle fracture
Duration of the healing process The time required for an external ankle fracture to heal depends largely on its severity and the resulting therapeutic method. In principle, a distinction is made between operative and non-operative, i.e. conservative, therapy. Non-surgical therapy begins immediately after the injuring trauma and one of its most important components is the … Duration of the healing process | External ankle fracture
Introduction The fracture of the outer ankle (distal fibula fracture = fracture of the lower fibula) is one of the ankle fractures that occur relatively frequently in humans, especially in the context of sports injuries. In more than 80% of cases, an external ankle fracture occurs as a result of a traumatic injury in the … Healing time of an external ankle fracture
Summary Regardless of the fracture type, external ankle fractures have a very good prognosis. After approx. 2 months, normal, moderate strain on the affected leg is possible again, and after 6 months at the latest, sports such as running or football can be practiced again. Complications occur only rarely with both conservative and surgical therapy. … Summary | Healing time of an external ankle fracture
Definiton The outer ankle fracture is a fracture of the fibula on the lower leg. It is one of the so-called ankle fractures and is the most common adult bone fracture in the leg area. The ankle joint of the foot is a connecting joint between the lower leg and the foot. The joint fork … Treating a fracture of the lateral malleolus without surgery
Therapy The first measures to be taken by the layperson in the case of an external ankle fracture are cooling, elevating and relieving the affected foot. A doctor should definitely be consulted, as only he or she can determine the extent of the fracture and thus the necessary therapy through appropriate examinations and imaging procedures. … Therapy | Treating a fracture of the lateral malleolus without surgery
Which type of therapy is most appropriate always depends on the type and severity of the fracture. When deciding on a therapy, the localization of the fracture, i.e. which metatarsal bones are affected and how many are affected, must always be considered. In the fifth metatarsal, the risk of developing a “false joint”, a so-called … Healing of a metatarsal fracture
Prognosis The prognosis of the metatarsal fracture is usually relatively good. In most cases, the fracture can be treated in such a way that it heals without any problems and can be loaded normally again after an appropriate rest period and subsequent build-up training. If a joint is involved, arthrosis, i.e. wear and tear of … Prognosis | Healing of a metatarsal fracture
General The heel bone is the largest tarsal bone and resembles the shape of a cuboid. The calcaneal fracture is a typical fracture due to a fall from a great height and a vertical compression. In calcaneal fracture therapy, both conservative and surgical measures are available, which are chosen depending on the type of fracture. … Therapy of a calcaneal fracture
