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Ankle Joint

Ankle Joint

The ankle is formed by the talocrural joint (crural = leg). It consists of the articulations between the talus bone of the foot and the distal ends of the tibia and fibula of the leg. The superior aspect of the talus bone is square-shaped and has three areas of articulation. The top of the talus articulates with the inferior tibia. This is the portion of the ankle joint that carries the body weight between the leg and foot. The sides of the talus are firmly held in position by the articulations...

Fractures: Bone Repair

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Treatment for a fracture is based on the type of break, the bone affected, and the patient's age.
Minor fractures with no bone displacement are treated by immobilizing the fractured bone using a cast or splint. However, in the case of fractures with displaced bones, the broken bones are repositioned before immobilization to ensure successful healing without deformation and loss of function. The realignment of fractured bone ends is performed through a process called reduction. If the procedure...

Bones of the Lower Limb: Tibia and Fibula

Bones of the Lower Limb: Tibia and Fibula

The tibia is the main weight-bearing bone of the lower leg. It is larger than the fibula with which it is paired. The tibia is also the second longest bone in the body and is located right below the skin. The proximal end of the tibia forms the medial and the lateral condyle, which articulates with the condyles of the femur to form the knee joint. Between the articulating surfaces is the irregular elevated area known as the intercondylar eminence that serves as the inferior attachment point for...

Bones of the Lower Limb: Femur and Patella

Bones of the Lower Limb: Femur and Patella

The femur is the body's longest and strongest bone spanning the thigh region. Its head articulates with the acetabulum of the hip bone to form the hip joint. A minor indentation on the medial side of the femoral head, called the fovea capitis, serves as the site of attachment for the ligament of the head of the femur. This weak ligament spans the femur and acetabulum and supports the hip joint. The narrowed region below the head is the neck of the femur. The inclination angle between the neck...

Muscles of the Leg that Move the Foot and Toes

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Anterior Compartment
The anterior compartment includes muscles that contribute to the dorsiflexion of the foot. This compartment houses the tibialis anterior, extensor hallucis longus, and extensor digitorum longus muscles.

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[Possible factors for ankle fractures].

Dejan Tabaković¹, Radovan Manojlović, Marko Kadija

¹Klinicki centar Srbije, Institut za ortopedsku hirurgiju i traumatologiju, Beograd, Srbija. likis@ptt.rs

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Summary

The Danis-Weber classification for ankle fractures shows specific risk factors vary by fracture type. Osteoporosis is linked to Type B and C fractures, while Type A fractures are associated with younger age and physical activity.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedics
Traumatology
Radiology

Context:

Ankle fractures are common injuries requiring accurate classification for treatment and prognosis.
The Danis-Weber classification is widely used but lacks detailed analysis of influencing factors.
Understanding these factors can refine treatment strategies and predict outcomes.

Purpose:

To investigate the correlation between patient parameters (age, weight, BMI, height, osteoporosis, osteopenia, physical activity) and specific Danis-Weber ankle fracture types.
To identify significant risk factors associated with each Danis-Weber fracture classification.

Summary:

A study analyzed 85 patients categorized by Danis-Weber ankle fracture types.
Type A fractures were more common in younger patients with higher physical activity.
Type B fractures showed a correlation with osteoporosis, while Type C fractures were linked to body weight and osteoporosis.

Impact:

This research identifies specific risk factors for different Danis-Weber ankle fracture types.
Findings can aid in personalized risk assessment and treatment planning for ankle fractures.
Highlights the importance of considering patient-specific factors in fracture management.