You break a bone, specifically the ankle, and it has to be set in place(closed reduction). will you need anesthesia?

Yes: The reduction of an ankle fracture will be a most unpleasant experience without anesthesia.

Yes: This could vary from sedation to a full general anesthetic. However, you will appreciate the medications because the procedure is painful.

Yes: Your ankle bones will be repositioned. It is painful and for surgeon it is faster and easier to do closed reduction when you are relaxed.