A member asked:

I have broken my ankle. on the x-ray the fibula is broken, but not the tibia. separation is 2mm. what is the best treatment (surgery, or splint etc)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Depends: Not only is the separation important but also the alignment of the bone. If there is good alignment and no displacement I would recommend immobilization and not surgery.

Answered 5/13/2015

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