Introduction A calcaneal fracture is a fracture of the calcaneus, i.e. part of the ankle joint. Such fractures are usually caused by traffic accidents or a fall from a great height. The resulting fracture usually causes patients great pain. Depending on the type of injury, a calcaneal fracture can be treated either conservatively (i.e. without … Heel bone fracture
Symptoms The most important symptom of a calcaneal fracture is the pain that sets in immediately after the triggering event in the affected heel. This pain is often so severe that it makes it impossible to stand and walk with strain. The mobility of a part of the ankle joint, namely in the joint between … Symptoms | Heel bone fracture
Diagnosis In order to make a diagnosis of a calcaneal fracture, the patient is first of all asked exactly what his symptoms are and how they occurred, for example, whether an accident occurred that can be directly linked to the symptoms. The doctor then examines the heel, looks for any swelling and bruising and checks … Diagnosis | Heel bone fracture
Heel bone fracture OP There are two ways to treat a calcaneal fracture. Firstly, there is the conservative treatment method, in which the leg is placed high up and is sufficiently decongestant during cooling and lymph drainage to allow the fracture to heal on its own. More often, however, a heel bone fracture is recommended … Heel bone fracture OP | Heel bone fracture
History Following an operation, the patient may only put minimal weight on the affected leg.This means that the leg may only be partially loaded for about six weeks with an initial maximum of 10 to 15 kg. There are also shoes specifically for such injuries, so-called “heel relief shoes”, which are recommended to patients. In … History | Heel bone fracture
Fracture of the calcaneum, late sequelae The late consequences of a calcaneal fracture should not be underestimated and unfortunately, in comparison to other fractures, are quite common in such a complicated fracture. If a patient decides to undergo surgical therapy, he or she must expect the usual late consequences of surgery. On the one hand, … Fracture of the calcaneum, late sequelae | Heel bone fracture
Prophylaxis Ultimately, there is not much that can be done to prevent a calcaneal fracture except to avoid sports that are associated with an increased risk of this injury. In addition, underlying diseases such as osteoporosis, which predispose to fractures in general and therefore also to calcaneal fractures, should be treated appropriately. All articles in … Prophylaxis | Heel bone fracture
