What is a ser 4 ankle fracture?
The sequence of injury in a SER fracture is anterior tibiofibular ligament disruption (SER-I), oblique fibula fracture (SER-II), rupture of posterior tibiofibular ligament or posterior malleolus fracture (SER-III) followed by deltoid ligament rupture or medial malleolus fracture (SER-IV).
Does a Weber B fracture need a cast?
You have sustained a fracture to your fibula (outside ankle bone). If the Orthopaedic Consultant considers this unstable, an operation with plate and screws may be required. Sometimes a Plaster is used. If your injury is classified as a stable Weber B type fracture, you will be treated in a boot.
What is a Weber type a fracture?
This is a small break (fracture) of your ankle. There are many different types of fractures of the ankle. A Weber A is a simple fracture to the bottom part of the fibula (bone on the outer part of your leg). Fortunately, your fracture is minor and does not require an operation or plaster cast to treat it successfully.
What is a Weber type B fracture?
Weber B fractures occur at the level of the tibiofibular ligaments, just above the talar dome, and happen primarily through a mechanism of ankle supination and external rotation (SER).
What is a Weber C fracture of the ankle?
Weber C: This fracture is above the ankle joint and there may be an additional fracture on the inside of your ankle. This fracture is not stable and will need surgery. Weber Fractures. Management of your fracture.
How do you treat a Weber C fracture?
Rest and Elevation: Try to rest the leg for the first 24-72 hours to allow the early stage of healing to begin. Raise your ankle above the level of your hips to reduce swelling. You can use pillows or a stool to keep your leg up.
How long after a Weber B fracture does it take to walk normally?
You have sustained a fracture to your fibula (outside ankle bone). It is also called a Weber B fracture. This normally takes six weeks to heal but you may still have pain and swelling for up to six months after your injury.
Does a Weber a fracture need surgery?
This fracture is not stable and will need surgery.
What is a Weber type C fracture?
Where is a Weber B fracture?