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13 lis 2023 · Fractures of the medial malleolus are relatively uncommon. When they do occur, they are usually part of a more complex pattern of ankle fractures. This article explains what medial malleolus fractures are, as well as their causes and symptoms. It also addresses treatment options and their potential complications.
25 gru 2022 · When you break the inner bone of your ankle, it is called a medial malleolus ankle fracture. Medial malleolus fractures are classified by the actual orientation of the fracture line. The five kinds of fractures are: Chip fractures; Transverse fractures; Oblique fractures; Vertical fractures; Comminuted fractures
The most common symptoms of an ankle fracture are pain and swelling, either of which may be present only in the ankle region itself or spread to parts of the foot or up toward the knee. Any pain will usually be more intense if the injured person tries to put weight on the ankle.
29 wrz 2018 · Symptoms of a medial malleolus fracture can include: immediate severe pain. swelling around the ankle. bruising. tenderness to pressure. inability to put weight on the injured side. visible...
30 paź 2024 · Ankle fractures are very common injuries to the ankle which generally occur due to a twisting mechanism. Diagnosis is made with plain radiographs of the ankle. Treatment can be nonoperative or operative depending on fracture displacement, ankle stability, presence of syndesmotic injury, and patient activity demands. 1.
2 lip 2024 · Ankle fractures are commonly a low-energy fracture of either the lateral or medial malleolus, or both, and can include a fracture of the posterior malleolus. Vascular compromise is rare and is usually the result of fracture-dislocations. Proper immobilisation, analgesia, and timely orthopaedic re...
12 kwi 2023 · A bimalleolar ankle fracture involves both knobs in the ankle, which include the fibula (lateral malleolus) and tibia (medial malleolus).
