Talus Fracture

• Description: A break in the talus, a critical bone connecting the foot and ankle, which disrupts weight-bearing and mobility.
• Symptoms: Severe pain, swelling, bruising, inability to bear weight, and visible ankle deformity.
• Causes: High-impact trauma, such as car accidents, severe falls from a height, or sports-related injuries.
• Risk Factors: Engaging in extreme sports, high-impact occupations, osteoporosis, or previous ankle trauma.
• Diagnosis: Evaluated through a physical examination and confirmed using advanced imaging like X-rays or CT scans.
• Treatment: Ranging from immobilization and casting for stable breaks to surgical realignment for severe fractures, followed by physical therapy.