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Calcaneal Fractures - Case Based Discussion
Introduction Calcaneal fractures are the most common fractures of the tarsal bones and typically occur following high-energy axial loading injuries such as falls from height or road traffic accidents. The calcaneus plays a crucial role in weight transmission and hindfoot biomechanics, making restoration of anatomy essential for good functional outcomes. These fractures may involve the subtalar joint and are therefore classified as intra-articular or extra-articular injuries. Intra-articular frac...
Open topicLisfranc Injury - Case Based Learning
Case Presentation A 32-year-old male presented with severe pain and swelling in the midfoot following a road traffic accident. The patient reported difficulty bearing weight on the affected foot. Severe midfoot pain Swelling over dorsum of foot Difficulty in weight bearing Plantar ecchymosis sign Tenderness over tarsometatarsal joints Radiographs demonstrated widening between the first and second metatarsal bases suggesting a Lisfranc injury. Anatomy of the Lisfranc Joint Complex The Lisfranc jo...
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