A member asked:

How could i move my broken ankle without causing more injury?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

You should not: You should not move a broken ankle. On the contrary, you need to have it in a cast to make it temporary immobile. If you have not been seen yet by anyone, get a crutch and stop any weigh bearing and go to an urgent care of emergency room or to your primary care doctor if he can see you promptly.

Answered 1/21/2019

6.1k views

Thank
Dr. David Bloome answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Depends on type: There are many types of ankle fractures ranging from stable to unstable. Stable fracture patterns allow patients, when comfortable, to weightbear and move the ankle without causing any damage. The unstable fractures require immobilization and sometimes surgery as well.

Answered 11/17/2012

5.5k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

Lump on ankle bone after injury. What could cause this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

Please tell me what injury can cause major ankle cracking?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

Can exercising barefoot cause serious injuries to my ankles/feet?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

What are the causes of swollen ankles, when there is no injury involved?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers