Although fairly common, management of an isolated lateral malleolus ankle fracture remains challenging for orthopedic surgeons. A central question remains on determining whether surgery or a ...

PHOENIX — The adequacy of stress tests to indicate operative treatment for lateral malleolus fractures has been questioned by a recent investigation by researchers who introduced a novel protocol for ...

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Experts Offer More Clarity on Managing Common Ankle Fractures Although fairly common, management of an isolated lateral malleolus ankle fracture remains ...

Q: My father broke his ankle and they said he needs surgery. Why can’t they just put it in a cast and let it heal on its own? A: The ankle joint is made up of three bones. The tibia (shin bone) and ...