How is an ankle fracture treated?
Treatment will depend on which bone was broken and the kind of ankle fracture your child has. Caregivers may put bandages on your child’s foot and use ice packs to help decrease the swelling. With proper treatment and care, your child may be able to resume his normal activities. Your child may need one or more of the following: • Devices: Keeping the broken foot from moving is very important. A cast may be put on your child’s ankle, foot, and leg to keep the bones from moving. • Medicine: Medicines may be given to help with your child’s pain. Your child may need antibiotic medicine or a tetanus shot if skin has been cut. • Surgery: An ankle fracture that is severe or does not heal with other treatments may need surgery. Surgery helps return bones to their normal position by putting them together with wires, metal plates or screws. Where can I find more information? Having a child with an ankle fracture may be hard for your child and your family. Contact the following for more informati
