Fracture of the Calcaneus

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Definition:
A break, especially the breaking of a bone or cartilage in the calcaneus.
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Symptoms
  • Pain in the heel
  • Bruising
  • Swelling in the ankle and heel
  • Heel deformity
  • Inability to put weight on the heel or walk
Causes
  • Fall from a height
  • Impact during motor vehicle accident
  • Twisting injury
Treatment
  • Period of immobilization
  • Progress to ROM and stretching exercises
  • Foot intrinsic muscle strengthening
  • Lower extremity strengthening
  • Possible surgical intervention

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