Ankle Fracture Treatment

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Ankle Fracture Treatment
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Fractures are often painful but are rarely
disabling...
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An ankle fracture is a partial or complete
break in one of these bones in your ankle. 
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Causes of Ankle Fractures

• Falling from height or awkwardly.
• Dropping of heavy weight on foot or toes.
• Overuse and stress over time.
• Step down awkwardly or walking or running on
  uneven surfaces.

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Symptoms of an Ankle Fracture

An immediate throbbing pain at the fracture site
Swelling, Bruising, Inflammation
Deformity of the fracture area
Inability to walk
Bones puncturing skin
A snapping or popping sound
Inability to put weight on your foot
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Treatment Options for Foot Fractures Ankle
Fractures (Stress Fractures)

• Treatments for a ankle fracture depend on the
  exact site and severity of the fracture. 
• While treatment will vary from person to person,
  an ankle is commonly treated by physical therapy,
  proper exercise, medication, and possibly surgery
  to repair damage to the joints. 

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If you think you have broken your ankle or
foot you should see Dr Rachel N. Verville as soon
as possible.  Dr Rachel N. Verville, DPM
expert podiatrist specializing in ankle fracture
treatment.
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Contact Us At

• Office Hours
• Monday 800am - 500pm
• Thursday 800am - 500pm
• Office 214-385-8822
• Fax [phone]
• RNV_at_RNVPodiatry.com
• Address - RNV Podiatry 6300 West Parker Road MOB
  2 Suite 425 Plano, TX 75093
• Website - http//www.rnvpodiatry.com/

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