Ankle Fractures: Review Article

Abstract

Ankle fractures are a common injury associated with trauma in the young patient and osteoporosis in the elderly patient. They can be associated with significant morbidity and challenging to manage. These patients are at an increased risk of developing post traumatic ankle arthritis as well as other complications. Therefore a systematic approach to the management of ankle fractures is required. We review the anatomy, clinical presentation and discuss the management options and potential complications commonly encountered in these injuries.

Analysis of Dynamic Plantar Pressure and Influence of Clinical-Functional Measures on Their Performance in Subjects with Bimalleolar Ankle Fracture at 6 and 12 Months Post-Surgery

“…Ankle fractures are very common and account for a high number of annual emergency department visits and a large socioeconomic impact [1,2]. Of all fractures, ankle fractures represent 9% of all bone fractures, being the largest of the load-bearing joints [3]. The most frequent types of ankle fractures are malleolar fractures, mainly unimalleolar and bimalleolar [4,5].…”

“…One in four malleolar fractures will require surgical intervention [3]; it is the treatment of choice if joint congruence cannot be restored conservatively. The most frequently used surgical treatment is open reduction with internal fixation (ORIF), the main purpose of which is to prevent post-traumatic arthritis and shorten immobilisation times [11].…”