Fibula fracture at the ankle
Rehab training of the injury
Rehab programs can be started after the cast is removed when the doctor allows it.
Rehab 1 – Rehab 2 – Rehab 3 – Rehab 4
You should give attention to training the rest of the body, so you do not lose your current mobility, stability, and strength. Find out which exercises you can do and work out according to the level you’re at. Exercising the rest of the body accelerates healing of your injury because of the increased nerve activity and circulation.
Description of fibula fractures at the ankle
A fracture of the fibula, also called the calf bone, may be one overlooked especially if there is a minor fissure / crack in the bone. Since the fibula is not a weight-bearing bone, often you will still be able to support the foot and in some cases you can still practice sports, while the result may be swelling while in use or sensations of soreness. For this reason, a fibula fractur is easily confused with a sprain or impact injury.
Symptoms of fibula fractures at the ankle
- Pain experienced with any use of or movement of the ankle.
- Soreness of ankle, especially in movement and support on the foot.
- Swelling, redness and warmth, especially on the outside of the ankle.
- Soreness or pain as a result of local pressure / touch.
Examination of fibula fractures at the ankle
- Pain / tenderness when applying direct pressure on the fracture site.
- Pain / tenderness from indirect pressure, by affecting the fracture with an outwards rotation of the foot.
- Pain when applying a tuning fork set to 128Hz to the bone around the fracture.
- X-ray image.
Treatment of fibula fractures at the ankle
- Applying a cast and resting, often for 3-8 weeks – where the rest of the body is beneficially trained.
- K-Laser.
- Rehab training for the injury when the doctor allows it.
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