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PATHOLOGIES
FRACTURES AND TRAUMA
Foot and ankle trauma, including fractures and dislocations, requires prompt and precise treatment to ensure proper healing and prevent long-term disability. Our orthopaedic team has extensive experience managing both routine and complex trauma cases, from ankle and calcaneal fractures to midfoot injuries like Lisfranc fractures. We use advanced imaging and surgical techniques when needed to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.
A calcaneus fracture refers to a break in the calcaneus bone, which is the large bone that forms the heel of the foot. This type of fracture is commonly caused by high-impact trauma, such as a fall from a height or a car accident. The calcaneus is one of the most important weight-bearing bones in the foot, and fractures can significantly affect mobility and function.
A base of 5th metatarsal fracture is a break at the outer side of the foot, where the fifth metatarsal (the long bone leading to the little toe) meets the midfoot.
An ankle fracture refers to a break or crack in one or more of the bones that form the ankle joint, including the tibia (shin bone), fibula (outer bone of the lower leg), and talus (the bone that forms the lower part of the ankle joint). Ankle fractures are common injuries and can range from mild to severe, depending on the extent of the break and whether the bones are displaced or aligned.
A talus fracture refers to a break in the talus bone, which is a key bone in the ankle joint that sits between the tibia (shin bone) and calcaneus (heel bone). The talus is essential for proper foot movement and helps transmit weight from the leg to the foot. Talus fractures are relatively rare but can occur due to high-impact trauma, such as falls or accidents.
A Lisfranc injury refers to damage to the Lisfranc joint complex, which connects the midfoot bones to the forefoot. This injury often involves fractures or dislocations of the bones in the midfoot, leading to instability and dysfunction.
Stress fractures are small breaks in the bone caused by repetitive loading rather than a single traumatic event. They are common in athletes, runners, and military recruits, but can occur in anyone with a sudden increase in activity. The foot and ankle are frequent sites — especially the metatarsals, navicular, and fibula.
