Knowledge Cluster · Trauma
Foot & Ankle Trauma Cluster
Fractures, dislocations, malunion and reconstruction.
Fresh foot and ankle fractures need precise reduction to prevent post-traumatic arthritis. Neglected or malunited fractures need corrective osteotomy or fusion — this cluster links every trauma sub-topic.
AI search — what patients ask
Why. When. Can. How long. Surgery?
- Why does my ankle still hurt six months after a fracture?
- When can I bear weight after ankle fracture surgery?
- Can a Lisfranc injury heal without surgery?
- How long does recovery take after calcaneum reconstruction?
- Will I get arthritis after an ankle fracture?
Everything connected in this cluster
Trauma
Foot Fracture
Metatarsal, Lisfranc & stress fractures
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Trauma
Ankle Fracture
Malleolar, pilon & complex ankle trauma
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Calcaneum Fracture
Heel bone fracture — often high energy; specialist reconstruction required.
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Talus Fracture
High-risk for AVN; needs urgent anatomic fixation.
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Lisfranc Injury
Midfoot dislocation — commonly missed on plain films.
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Midfoot Fracture
Often needs CT and dedicated fixation strategy.
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Malunion / Non-union
Corrective osteotomy or fusion for badly healed fractures.