How do I know if I fractures my ankle?

With a sprain, you feel pain. But if you have numbness or tingling, your ankle is most likely broken. Where is the pain? If your ankle hurts or is tender to the touch directly over your ankle bone, you probably have a fracture.

What does a fractured foot ankle feel like?

Other signs that you fractured your foot and ankle include swelling, bruising, tenderness, a deformity (the foot or ankle may look like it’s out of place) or numbness. If you find it difficult to move your foot or ankle without experiencing severe pain this is also indicative of a broken bone.

Is a cast or boot better?

Less skin damage – skin underneath a cast can become raw and painful. The open-air design and lightweight material helps to prevent skin damage when wearing a walking boot. No loud saws used – walking boots can be removed without the use of loud saws. This is helpful for children who may be afraid of the saws.

When should you see a doctor about an ankle fracture?

The first indicator that should alert you that you need to see a doctor near you for a stress fracture is if you start feeling pain in a specific bone, for example in the foot, ankle among others, when you start doing activities that put pressure on the said bone.

What to expect when you fracture your ankle?

Other symptoms of an ankle fracture or break are: Swelling at the ankle joint Bruising, redness, or discoloration of any part of your lower leg Being unable to put any weight on your injured ankle or foot Tenderness Feeling dizzy due to pain Your foot may hang in an unusual position or look out of place In some cases, you may see exposed bone, which is called an open or compound fracture.

What is the recovery time for ankle fractures?

The prognosis for ankle fractures is good to fair. The recovery time for a broken ankle for most patients is 4-8 weeks for the bones to heal, and several months to regain full range of motion of the ankle joint. Severe fractures such as those requiring surgery will take more time to heal.

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