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Fractures of the Talus. - Type I: - non displaced fracture of talar neck: - only those frxs in which there is no displacement of the subtalar joints should be designated as type I frxs; - type I frxs are treated w/ below the knee cast immobilization for 8-12 weeks until clinical & x-ray signs of fracture healing are present; - non-weight ...
- Injuries of the Talus : Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics
- talocalcaneal ligament is important in the dorsal and...
- Fractures of the Lateral Talar Process - Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics
Fractures of the Lateral Talar Process. - Discussion: - two...
- Injuries of the Talus : Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics
- talocalcaneal ligament is important in the dorsal and supination displacement of a talar neck fracture; - disruption of talocalcaneal ligament allows displacement of the frx; - when the ligament is intact, it is possible to do a closed reduction;
Fractures of the Lateral Talar Process. - Discussion: - two processes, lateral & posterior, project from body of talus; - either process may be fractured, either as isolated injury or assoc w/ other ankle or talar injuries; - it is frequently confused w/ an ankle sprain;
10 cze 2015 · Optimal treatment relies on an accurate understanding of the injury. Plain ankle and foot radiographs are obtained to characterize the talus fracture and to identify adjacent injuries.
1 lis 2021 · Talus fractures constitute between 3% and 6% of fractures involving the foot. They represent the second most common injury of all tarsal bones being second only to fractures of the calcaneus. Talar neck fractures account for approximately 50% of all talus fractures and are traditionally thought to represent the commonest site of injury.
23 maj 2023 · Introduction. The talus ranks as the second largest tarsal bone with unique anatomic features and serves an important role in mobility of the foot and ankle as it is the osseous link between the leg and the foot.
Talus fractures result following high energy trauma and can lead to significant functional impairment. The complex morphology of the talus, it's multiple articulations and tenuous blood supply translate into significant challenges that must be overcome to achieve the best possible outcomes.
