An ankle fracture is one of the most common types of injuries. The number of victims is especially increasing in winter, when the streets are slippery. But even at other times of the year, such injuries are not uncommon. People break their ankles in traffic accidents, sometimes even by misplacing themselves.
If you suspect that you have broken your ankle, do not try to walk on your own, so as not to aggravate the injury. In any case, do not try to match the bone fragments yourself, do not remove any objects from the wound.
Take off your shoes (after edema develops, it will be much more difficult to do this), place the affected foot on an elevation (this will promote the outflow of lymph and reduce edema), make yourself as comfortable as possible and wait for the doctor to arrive.
If the pain is unbearably acute, then painkillers can be taken. Hospitalization is mandatory in this case, since only a doctor can correctly compare the bone fragments after you have taken pictures of the injury site in various projections.
If the fracture is closed and the bone fragments are securely fixed in the correct position, then the ankle fracture is treated conservatively by applying plaster.
In cases of complex fractures, open fractures (especially with a large wound surface), surgical intervention is indicated. The doctor will use a special technique to compare the fragments of your bone, restore the length of the bone and the proportion between the bones. This is necessary in order for the ankle joint to fully restore its functions in the future.
During treatment, it is necessary to avoid exertion on the injured limb, and use crutches to move. After removing the plaster cast, physical therapy exercises and physiotherapy procedures are prescribed, and they should be carried out strictly under the supervision of the attending physician, who will take into account the individual characteristics of the patient.
As the ankle joint regains its working capacity, short-distance walking and cycling are recommended. The functionality of the injured leg does not recover immediately, so the load should be increased gradually as the ankle joint functions are restored.
For the first time after removing the plaster cast, it is also recommended to use elastic bandages and special orthopedic insoles. In the process of recovery and rehabilitation, it is necessary to carefully monitor the diet, vitamins and minerals are required to promote the speedy restoration of bone tissue. 1xBet is the world’s largest betting company, operating since 2007. The site is available in multiple languages and is fully accessible from Bangladesh without any restrictions. However, we recommend downloading the mobile app for a smoother experience and more convenient betting on your phone. Use our exclusive 1xbet promo code for registration at 1xBet to activate the $130 welcome bonus. You can enjoy a 100% bonus. In order to register for this website, the user is required to accept the Terms of Service.