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Isolated Stieda Process Fracture of Talus: A Case Study
William L Moore1, Beverly L Harger2
1Private practice, Portland, Oregon.
Journal of Chiropractic Medicine
|April 10, 2018
Summary
A fractured Stieda process, often mistaken for an ankle sprain, requires prompt identification for effective management. This case report highlights a successful conservative treatment approach for this rare fracture.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Radiology
- Anatomy
Background:
- The Stieda process is an anatomical variant of the talus bone.
- Fractures of the Stieda process are rare and can mimic ankle sprains.
Observation:
- A 39-year-old woman presented with left ankle pain and swelling after a boogie boarding accident.
- Clinical presentation was initially suggestive of a common ankle sprain.
Findings:
- Radiographic imaging revealed a fracture of the Stieda process.
- The fracture was non-displaced and treated conservatively with a short-leg cast for six weeks.
Implications:
- Early recognition of Stieda process fractures is crucial for appropriate management.
- Conservative treatment can lead to favorable outcomes for non-displaced fractures.
- Understanding anatomical variants aids in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
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