If rigid fixation is possible, both malleoli should be internally fixed, which reduces the need for external immobilization. Posterior splintage is removed for daily range-of-motion exercises ...
Background: Ankle fracture-dislocations are one of the most severe types of ankle injuries. Compared to the simple ankle fractures, ankle fracture-dislocations are usually more severely traumatized ...
A black marker was placed on both legs at the most prominent point of the tibial tuberosity. Another marker was placed midway between the malleoli on the anterior ankle joint line. Reference markers ...