Ankle and Foot Fracture
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A fracture of the ankle and foot is a break in one or more bones of this region, which usually occurs after a fall, a sudden twist, or an impact during physical activity.
Common symptoms:
- Intense pain and difficulty bearing weight on the foot
- Swelling and bruising in the area
- Deformity or inability to move the ankle normally
When to seek care? When after a blow or twist you cannot put weight on the foot, there is deformity, or the pain does not let up, it's time for an evaluation.
Which specialist treats it? The sports medicine physician guides the evaluation of ankle and foot injuries related to physical activity. When a fracture is suspected, the wisest thing to do is seek care promptly to avoid complications.
Data on 25 doctors who treat ankle and foot fracture
Which specialist treats ankle and foot fracture?
An ankle or foot fracture should be evaluated by a sports medicine specialist, who can recommend the right treatment and guide your functional recovery. See a specialist if you have severe pain, swelling, or trouble walking after an injury. Find specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in ankle and foot fracture
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. José Luis Meléndez Toribio
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Ericka Carmona Moreno
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. Lorena Ibañez
Dr. Jetzabel Ortiz
Dr. Axel Bermúdez Sotelo
Frequently asked questions
What is ankle and foot fracture?
A fracture of the ankle and foot is a break in one or more bones of this region, which usually occurs after a fall, a sudden twist, or an impact during physical activity.
Which doctor treats ankle and foot fracture?
An ankle or foot fracture should be evaluated by a sports medicine specialist, who can recommend the right treatment and guide your functional recovery. See a specialist if you have severe pain, swelling, or trouble walking after an injury. Find specialists.