What are the tests for ankle fracture?

X-ray: Most commonly done is an x-ray, 3 views of the ankle. This should show any fractures through the bones including the surface (cortex) of the bone. Sometimes an MRI is needed when you have a bone bruise or internal fracture of a bone not involving the surface. In this scenario, a regular x-ray may look normal but an MRI will show a bright white spot at the fracture on a stir image.

Exam and x rays: Ankle fracture are associated, with pain, tenderness, swelling and deformity around the ankle, radiographs are used to diagnose ankle fracture.

Xrays: The most telling way is to obtain ankle x-rays to visualize the fracture or lack thereof. Sometimes, if there remains suspicion in the presence of 'negative' films or if a stress fracture is suspected, specialized exams may be ordered to see if a fracture exists.