10 Department of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, New Jersey, USA 11 Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, USA The ...

Most lateral malleolus fractures are stable and don't need surgery. Rest, ice, and elevation are key to healing a stable lateral malleolus fracture. A lateral malleolus fracture is a break in the bone ...

Medial malleolus fractures can happen when the foot rolls inward or outward, causing pain and swelling. Treatment often includes wearing a cast or boot, and some fractures may need surgery for proper ...