This is a fracture of the distal tibia metaphyseal fracture, the part of the tibia before it reaches its widest point. These fractures are usually lateral (lateral) or oblique (oblique) breaks in the bone. Metaphyseal fractures of the distal tibia usually heal well without surgical fixation and with the use of a cast.

How long does it take for a distal tibia fracture to heal?

Recovery from tibia and fibula fractures often requires about three to six months. Your child can heal faster by resting and not putting too much weight on the leg until the bone heals.

What is the distal tibia?

this Distal tibia widened to aid weight bearing. The medial malleolus is the bony protrusion that runs down the inside of the tibia. It forms part of the ankle joint with the tarsal joint.

How serious is a distal tibia fracture?

Fractures of the distal tibia are destructive injuries, usually due to high-energy mechanisms such as Such as a fall from a height or a motor vehicle accident. They can also arise from low-energy mechanisms, seen in rotational injuries around the ankle.

Where is the distal end of the tibia?

The tibia is located calf inside the fibula, the distal femur and the proximal talus of the foot. It is widest proximally near the femur, where it forms the distal end of the knee joint, and then tapers along its length to the narrower bone at the ankle joint.

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