Foot & Ankle Care

With the constant impact of walking, running, and sports activities, it’s not surprising that the feet and ankles are some of the most injured areas of the human body. Dr. Todd Kim and Dr. Andrew Haskell treat simple to complex foot and ankles injuries with conservative and advanced treatment option.

Fractures & Fracture-Related Problems

FAQs on Fractures & Fracture-Related Problems

Fractures

If you have a fractures or fracture related problems including nonunion, malunion, pain after fracture, and post-traumatic arthritis, we would like to see you.

We offer prompt evaluation of fractures of the tibia, talus, calcaneus, cuboid, navicular, and cuneiform bones as well as syndesmosis (ankle), subtalar, and Lisfranc (midfoot) dislocations.

We treat many patients with problems after prior fractures and surgery. Such complications include nonunion, malunion, painful hardware, deformity, and post-traumatic arthritis.

  • Calcaneus (Heelbone) Fractures

  • Fracture of the Talus

  • Lisfranc Fracture

  • Stress Fractures

  • Toe & Forefoot Fractures

Calcaneus (Heel Bone) Fracture

A fracture of the calcaneus, or heel bone, can be a painful and disabling injury. This type of fracture commonly occurs during a high-energy event—such as a car crash or a fall from a ladder—when the heel is crushed under the weight of the body. When this occurs, the heel can widen, shorten, and become deformed.

Calcaneus fractures can be quite severe. Treatment often involves surgery to reconstruct the normal anatomy of the heel and restore mobility so that patients can return to normal activity. But even with appropriate treatment, some fractures may result in long-term complications, such as pain, swelling, loss of motion, and arthritis

Fracture of the TalusFracture of the Talus

A talus fracture is a break in one of the bones that forms the ankle. This type of fracture often occurs during a high-energy event, such as a car collision or a high-velocity fall.

Because the talus is important for ankle movement, a fracture often results in significant loss of motion and function. In addition, a talus fracture that does not heal properly can lead to serious complications, including chronic pain. For this reason, many talus fractures require surgery.

Lisfranc Fracture

Lisfranc (midfoot) injuries result if bones in the midfoot are broken or ligaments that support the midfoot are torn. The severity of the injury can vary from simple to complex, involving many joints and bones in the midfoot.

A Lisfranc injury is often mistaken for a simple sprain, especially if the injury is a result of a straightforward twist and fall. However, injury to the Lisfranc joint is not a simple sprain that should be simply “walked off.” It is a severe injury that may take many months to heal and may require surgery to treat.

Stress Fractures

A stress fracture is a small crack in a bone, or severe bruising within a bone. Most stress fractures are caused by overuse and repetitive activity, and are common in runners and athletes who participate in running sports, such as soccer and basketball.

Stress fractures usually occur when people change their activities — such as by trying a new exercise, suddenly increasing the intensity of their workouts, or changing the workout surface (jogging on a treadmill vs. jogging outdoors). In addition, if osteoporosis or other disease has weakened the bones, just doing everyday activities may result in a stress fracture.

The weight-bearing bones of the foot and lower leg are especially vulnerable to stress fractures because of the repetitive forces they must absorb during activities like walking, running, and jumping.

Refraining from high impact activities for an adequate period of time is key to recovering from a stress fracture in the foot or ankle. Returning to activity too quickly can not only delay the healing process but also increase the risk for a complete fracture. Should a complete fracture occur, it will take far longer to recover and return to activities.

Tibia (Shinbone) Shaft Fractures

The tibia, or shinbone, is the most common fractured long bone in your body. The long bones include the femur, humerus, tibia, and fibula. A tibial shaft fracture occurs along the length of the bone, below the knee and above the ankle.

Because it typically takes a major force to break a long bone, other injuries often occur with these types of fractures.

Toe & Forefoot Fractures

Fractures of the toes and forefoot are quite common. Fractures can result from a direct blow to the foot—such as accidentally kicking something hard or dropping a heavy object on your toes. They can also result from the overuse and repetitive stress that comes with participating in high-impact sports like running and basketball.

Although fracturing a bone in your toe or forefoot can be quite painful—it rarely requires surgery. In most cases, a fracture will heal with rest and a change in activities.

Foot and Ankle Specialists

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