Get Back on Your Feet After an Ankle Fracture

Get Back on Your Feet After an Ankle Fracture

Contact Bozeman Foot and Ankle Clinic for diagnosis in Bozeman, MT

An ankle fracture is a partial or complete break in your ankle bone. You may experience an ankle fracture if your ankle rolls inward or outward. Many people mistake an ankle fracture for an ankle sprain, but an ankle fracture is a much more serious condition.

Bozeman Foot and Ankle Clinic can diagnose and treat ankle fractures. You may have an ankle fracture if you notice:

  • Pain or swelling at the site of the fracture
  • Blisters over the fracture site
  • Bruising on your ankle
  • Inability to walk
  • Change in appearance of your ankle
  • Bone protruding through the skin

Reach out to Bozeman Foot and Ankle Clinic as soon as you notice signs of an ankle fracture.

What to do if you injure your ankle

If your trip and fall while jogging or walking down the stairs and think you may have an ankle fracture, you need to go to the emergency room or schedule an appointment at Bozeman Foot and Ankle Clinic. A foot and ankle surgeon will examine to determine if you have a fracture. Your treatment options may include:

  • Immobilization
  • Prescription medication
  • Surgery to repair the fracture

Call Bozeman Foot and Ankle Clinic today to schedule your appointment at either location in Bozeman, MT.