Luke Shaw of Manchester United suffered a double fracture in his ankle during the Champions League match. Shaw, who was transferred from Southampton for $46 million, was hit by Hector Moreno of PSV Eindhoven and hit the grass where he was unable to get up for 10 minutes. Upon viewing a slow motion replay, it was revealed that Shaw’s leg was unfortunately caught in the tumble causing a double fracture. The 20-year-old striker will have to face surgery and will miss the rest of the matches in the tournament according to United manager Louis Van Gaal.
Broken ankles need immediate treatment. If you have any concerns about your feet and ankles contact Dr. Sharon L. Pletcher of Pennsylvania. Our doctor will treat your foot and ankle needs.
Broken Ankles
A broken ankle is experienced when a person fractures their tibia or fibula in the lower leg and ankle area. Both of these bones are attached at the bottom of the leg and combine to form what we know to be our ankle.
When a physician is referring to a break of the ankle, he or she is usually referring to a break in the area where the tibia and fibula are joined to create our ankle joint. Ankles are more prone to fractures because the ankle is an area that suffers a lot of pressure and stress. There are some obvious signs when a person experiences a fractured ankle, and the following symptoms may be present.
Symptoms of a Fractured Ankle
- Excessive pain when the area is touched or when any pressure is placed on the ankle
- Swelling around the area
- Bruising of the area
- Area appears to be deformed
If you suspect an ankle fracture, it is recommended to seek treatment as soon as possible. The sooner you have your podiatrist diagnose the fracture, the quicker you’ll be on the way towards recovery.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in State College, PA. We offer the newest diagnostic tools and technology to treat your foot and ankle needs.