By Gregory Caronis, MD – Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Fellowship-Trained When a specialist diagnoses you with a simple ankle fracture, the primary goal involves maintaining the bone’s position. Your body performs the remarkable work of healing, but we must guide it. This non-surgical approach is known as Closed Treatment. While “no surgery” sounds like…
By Gregory Caronis, MD – Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Fellowship-Trained If you have suffered an injury and been told you have an ankle fracture, your first reaction is likely a mix of concern and confusion. However, not all broken bones require metal plates, screws, or months of intensive rehabilitation. In the world of orthopedics,…
By Gregory Caronis, MD – Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Fellowship-Trained The ankle anatomy is a marvel of biological engineering. This complex joint provides the necessary range of motion to move your foot up, down, and side-to-side, all while bearing the full weight of your body with every step. The Skeletal Structure At its core,…