A calcaneal fracture is a break in the heel bone. Most calcaneal fractures result from trauma, such as falls from a ladder or automobile accidents wherein the heel is crushed. Jumping onto hard surfaces, blunt trauma, penetrating trauma, and twisting events may also cause the injury. Others are due to repetitive stress or overuse such as running. This is a potentially debilitating injury due to pain and chronic stiffness, in addition to hindfoot deformities.
Clinical presentation
- Sudden pain in the heel, most importantly pressure pain
- Bruising of the heel and ankle
- Swelling in the heel area
- Generalized pain in the heel area
- Hematoma extending distally to the sole of the foot
- Edema
- Deformity of the heel or plantar arch
- Limited or absent inversion/eversion of the foot
- Inability to bear weight on the affected side
- Difficulty walking
- Heel tenderness
Routine evaluation of calcaneal fractures start with standard foot x-rays.
CT scan is the modality of choice to evaluate heel fracture. This shows the extent of the fracture and hematoma along the sole of the foot.
At FFLC, we have CurveBeam 3D imaging, for an improved CT foot and ankle analysis. This allows for improved diagnostic information and better patient outcomes.
For more information, contact Dr. Kevin Lam’s office at (239) 430-3668 or visit NaplesPodiatrist.com.
Family Foot and Leg Center has several locations in Lee and Collier county to get you back on your feet fast.
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