II. Mechanism

  1. Rapid foot inversion with ankle dorsiflexion

III. Signs

  1. Tender anterior and inferior to lateral malleolus

IV. Radiology: Ankle XRay

  1. Fracture best seen on mortise view
  2. Subtalar effusion may be present on lateral view

V. Management

  1. Non-weight bearing Short Leg Cast indications
    1. Small fragment displaced less than 2 mm
  2. Surgical management
    1. Large or displaced Fracture fragment

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