An intra-articular calcaneal fracture is a type of fracture involving the heel of the foot. Among all kinds of heel fractures, Intra-articular calcaneal fracture results from high-impact fall injuries and automobile accidents. One may get severe pain, swelling, instability, and limping with this type of fracture. It seriously affects one's ability to walk or bear body weight.
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I have heel bone fractures. Will I need surgery?
Query: Hi doctor, I slipped down the stairs five months ago and got a fracture. My orthopedic doctor diagnosed it as a heel bone fracture in both legs. I mean intra-articular calcaneal fracture. I have lost subtle movements in the heel and ankle area. He advised me to walk on my toes for 20 minutes twice ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Intra-articular fractures of the calcaneum if displaced require fixation otherwise there will be a loss of movement at the subtalar joint. However, in this case, tiptoe movement should have been preserved because it is through the ankle joint proper. I need your current... Read Full »
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