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When a Sports Injury is More Than it Seems – Signs of Ankle Fractures

By Dr. Jason Gold, DPM, FACFAS | Dr. Jodi Schoenhaus DPM, RPhs, FACFAS

Some fractures might seem like ordinary sports trauma, and you may suspect a sprain or muscle injury is to blame for the discomfort and pain. Ankle fractures Boynton Beach may go misdiagnosed, especially if you don’t visit your podiatrist soon after suffering from the injury.

If you are active and have sustained an injury to your ankle, it’s important to know when you should visit your foot and ankle doctor Boynton Beach.

These are the signs of a fractured ankle that you should never ignore.

Symptoms of Ankle Fractures Boynton Beach

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If you’re an active and generally healthy person, you might be tempted to endure a little pain after suffering a sports injury. However, ankle fractures Boynton Beach can cause long term complications if they aren’t rapidly diagnosed and treated. Understanding the symptoms is key to a full recovery.

  • Pain is the first and most notable symptom that most people experience. Sometimes the pain is moderate, so you might not immediately think to visit your foot and ankle doctor Boynton Beach. Whether the pain is moderate or severe, it’s worth getting it checked out. Serious fractures will cause pain so severe that you won’t be able to walk without additional support.
  • Bruising is common with ankle fractures. This will develop around the site of the injury where the pain is felt. This symptom isn’t unique to ankle fractures Boynton Beach, so you may still think that you have a sprain or other injury when the bruising develops. Don’t ignore this symptom. Only a foot doctor Boynton Beach can diagnose an ankle fracture.
  • Swelling will come with the pain and the bruising. This is a reaction to the fracture and may also be caused by extensive tissue damage around the bone.

If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, it’s time to visit your foot and ankle doctor Boynton Beach. Fractures that heal improperly could limit your range of motion and may require surgical correction.

You should always visit your podiatrist when you:

  • Notice any visible deformity around your ankle or foot.
  • Feel numbness in your ankle or foot.
  • Notice changes to skin color with the skin turning pale or blue.
  • Can clearly see the outline of damaged bone beneath the skin.

Ankle fractures Boynton Beach will be diagnosed with physical examination and advanced imaging. Your podiatrist will determine the exact type of fracture you have suffered and will develop an appropriate treatment. Immobilization is necessary for ankle fractures Boynton Beach. Some serious fractures, including compound fractures, may require surgery for complete healing.

The best way to learn about your options is to schedule an appointment with the best foot and ankle doctor Boynton Beach.

Schedule an Appointment at the Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center

At the Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center, you can get expert treatment from experienced podiatrists. Our team, including Dr. Jason Gold, is highly experienced in sports medicine and rehabilitation. If you are concerned about your physical performance or even a career in sports or athletics, it’s critical that you seek treatment immediately.

By quickly treating ankle fractures Boynton Beach, we ensure the best recovery rates and functional outcomes. Your mobility is one of the most important things you have in life. Never compromise it by waiting too long to visit a doctor.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation for ankle fractures Boynton Beach.

Dr. Jason Gold, DPM, FACFAS

Dr. Jason Gold, DPM, FACFAS, is a podiatrist at the Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center in Boca Raton, FL, and Boynton Beach, FL. He has over 20 years of experience and specializes in foot and ankle conditions like bunions, fat pad atrophy, and sports medicine. Dr. Jason holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Maryland, College Park, and he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. He's one of only 10 board-certified Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Surgeons in Palm Beach County. Dr. Gold has been featured in highly authoritative publications like HuffPost, PureWow, and Yahoo!

Dr. Jodi Schoenhaus , DPM - Podiatrist in Boca Raton, FL

Dr. Jodi Schoenhaus DPM, RPhs, FACFAS

Dr. Jodi Schoenhaus, DPM, RPhs, FACFAS, is a podiatrist at the Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center in Boca Raton, FL, and Boynton Beach, FL. She has over 20 years of experience and specializes in foot, ankle, and leg vein conditions like spider and varicose veins and sclerotherapy. Dr. Jodi holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Michigan, and she earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr. Schoenhaus has performed FDA-approved research and has been published in the National Library of Medicine and PubMed. Dr. Jodi has been featured in highly authoritative publications like Cosmopolitan, Lifehacker, Parade, New York Post, and Yahoo!, among others.