Consult Dr. Kyle Gleeson of AHP Foot & Wound Care Specialists if you need treatment for an ankle fracture in Indianapolis, IN.
What Is an Ankle Fracture?
The ankle is one of the most heavily used joints in the body. It’s also among the most susceptible to injury. While most people can shake off minor bruises, a break in the bone is not quite as easy to manage.
Accidents are usually to blame for broken ankles. The ankle may roll too far inward or outward while you’re exercising or if you fall.
Ankle fractures require immediate emergency attention. Sometimes you can tell if your ankle is broken just by looking at it. If the joint appears swollen or deformed, if it hurts, or if you can’t walk, you should take that as a sign to visit an emergency room.
Although ankle fractures share some symptoms with less serious injuries like sprains, don’t delay treatment if you think you might have one. Waiting too long may lead to dangerous complications such as blood vessel and nerve damage. You may also experience the onset of a degenerative condition if your ankle heals wrong.
Following emergency care, you’ll need a podiatrist to help your ankle recover. Get in touch with Dr. Gleeson of AHP Foot & Wound Care Specialists so you can receive treatment for your ankle fracture in Indianapolis, IN.
What Are the Treatment Options for a Broken Ankle?
The appropriate treatment for an ankle fracture depends on the severity of the injury.
Nondisplaced ankle fractures may not require surgery. Instead, your podiatrist may treat your injury by immobilizing your foot and prescribing medication. Immobilizing your ankle allows it to heal without putting it at further risk of injury. The medication can help you manage any pain you experience while your ankle is healing.
Immobilization may not suffice if parts of your ankle joint have been displaced. At that point, your podiatrist will need to restore your ankle using surgery to implant the necessary hardware. If you need ankle surgery, Dr. Gleeson will help you through post-surgery recovery and rebuilding your strength.
Get Expert Podiatric Care for Your Recovery
Dr. Gleeson is an expert in rearfoot and ankle reconstruction. If you need treatment for an ankle fracture in Indianapolis, IN, call 317-218-4095 and schedule a visit to AHP Foot & Wound Care Specialists.