What are the symptoms of a fractured ankle?

Do you have an ankle that’s causing you more pain than usual? Well, it could be because your little friend down there is suffering from a fracture. In this article, we’ll go through some of the symptoms to keep an eye out for if you suspect that your ankle is in bad shape.

The basics

First things first, what exactly is a fractured ankle? A fractured ankle refers to when one or more bones around the joint are broken. This can happen due to several reasons such as falling awkwardly or twisting your foot too hard during physical activity.

A fracture can occur anywhere in these three bones- the tibia (shinbone), fibula (smaller bone outside of shinbone) or talus (foot bone which connects heel and leg). So before we jump into identifying key indicators of this unpleasant condition, it’s important to know about different types of fractures.

Types of fractures

There are generally two types: Stable and Unstable

  1. Stable: When only one side/portion is affected.
  2. Unstable: Such a severe type where multiple parts may break apart from each other and/or skin breaks – meaning bleeding takes place. Unstable fractures require immediate medical attention.

Signs & symptoms

Let’s get into how you might spot whether something has gone wrong with your buddy below:

  • If experiencing pain while touching/sitting/hanging without moving
  • Swelling
  • Bruises
  • Limb deformity
  • Tenderness on pressing certain spots on Achilles tendon

If any combination occurs after strain/thirst/long physical exertion event – please take action by visiting healthcare unit

Unable ‘walk’ aka Hopscotch

One obvious sign that something isn’t right with your ankle would be not being able to move around properly. Are You finding “colorful” names for your favorite ankle? We’re talking about the kind of hopping and scooting you had to do when playing hopscotch as a kid. Your ankle may prevent you from walking properly or even standing up without discomfort.

Puffy ankles

Another sign that a fracture might have occurred is swelling around the affected area this can occur immediately, increasing in size over time following physical activity

If there ever comes a point where situations get worse ‘in-split second’ – Do visit emergency department.

A bruise so big it deserves its own name

Unsightly discoloration of the skin around the injured areas could also be an indicator, especially if it’s more than just a small bruise. Think less “brushed against something sharp” and more along lines of blueberry with maximum juice squeezed out. This colorations will grow within 12-24 hours after insult shows itself,

Remember: Gravity does play role here as well.

Symptoms:


        Pain during movement

        Redness at Ankle region

        Visually different leg compared to unaffected one

Please refrain from athletic activities including long walks/ running etc., post any severe injury.

Tender parts

The presence of tenderness doesn’t necessarily mean anything serious happened due to some sort of past trauma may cause pressed sensitive points on legs, But nonetheless, they should not be left unattended for long periods particularly after heavy outdoor workout/falling on steps/moving objects etc.

Anecdotical fact : When author once jumped off building…(Oh wait)

What Would The Doctor Do?

It’s important to act quickly if you feel like any combination of these symptoms apply because leaving them untreated has potential consequences such as arthritis – plus nobody likes having too many weird looking bumps around their joints! Mainly requiring surgery depending upon criticality & initial patient evaluation by specialist.

Did You Know?:

Old age, genetic bone disorders and issues relating to osteoporosis also makes patients susceptible.

Final thoughts

So there you have it, if you think that your ankle could potentially be broken due to any past accidents or traumatic incidents then don’t hesitate – visit professional medical clinics/hospitals as soon as possible.

And just like in our childhood game of hopscotch – we should always avoid stepping on every line & cranny which might eventually lead us falling down- with the potential of “naming” one’s own colorful little bump!

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