How are ankle fractures treated?

How are ankle fractures treated?

Ankle fracture treatment depends on factors such as the number of ankle bones broken. Not all broken ankles require surgery, but all broken ankles require some level of care to heal.

You probably won't need surgery if you have a stress fracture. You might need a brace or cast to support your ankle while it heals. More serious ankle fractures require reduction or surgery.

Reduction is when healthcare providers manipulate your ankle to line up the ends of your broken bones. You’ll receive local anesthesia to numb your ankle.