A 21-year-old male asked:
Ankle sprain/avulsion fractured talus - 1 wk later still slight swelling, pain if bearing weight - foot turns purple & throbs when standing. Normal?
1 doctor answer
Dr. Bruce Prager answered
41 years experience in Sports Medicine
Ankle Injury: If you have an avulsion fracture of the talus it depends on the size of the avulsion. Not seeing your xray it is tough to recommend treatment. However, you need to get on crutches and be non weight bearing. When you stand the swelling has nowhere to go and stays in your foot. That's why elevation above the heart is essential. Also ice the ankle when you get the swelling down and keep it elevated.
Answered on May 28, 2018
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Dr. Rolando Melendez answered
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Dependsthe severity: For talus fractures surgery is indicated if the fracture position is unstable or is affecting the subtalar joint. The result of the mri is important ... Read More
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A 66-year-old female asked:
Dr. Navita Modi answered
24 years experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology
That is true : Be careful about your day to day activities ,Make sure donot put too much weight on your foot
A 43-year-old female asked:
Dr. Doug Mason answered
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Further evaluation.: @ 4 months you are still having problems, further evaluation is needed. Another MRI or possible compartment syndrome testing. Get another opinion.
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A 55-year-old member asked:
Dr. Arnold Beresh answered
40 years experience in Podiatry
No: But you probably need a cam walking boot to immobilize the area.
Best to see your podiatrist.
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