Wearing a cast for six weeks appears to be no less effective than surgery for healing unstable ankle fractures and carries ...
Wearing a cast for six weeks appears to be no less effective than surgery for healing unstable ankle fractures and carries ...
Casting is non-inferior to surgery for stress test unstable lateral malleolus fractures Fractures of the ankle that remain ...
For elderly patients with unstable ankle fractures, a molded, below-knee cast with minimal padding produces similar functional outcomes and fewer drawbacks associated with surgical fixation, according ...
However, if the cast feels too loose, allows ankle movement, or causes pain from rubbing, it may not be adequately supporting the fracture and should be checked. If you notice cracks, excessive ...