An avulsion fracture occurs when a fragment of bone separates from the rest of the bone. They tend to be more common in younger individuals, with peak risk in females between the ages of 13 and 14 and peak risk in males between ages 15 and 17. In today’s blog, we take a closer look […]
What Is An Avulsion Fracture Of The Ankle?
An avulsion fracture is a unique injury where a ligament or tendon pulls away with a small piece of bone still attached. It is typically caused by traumatic force, but this force can be exposed to the area in an acute moment of stress or over time in the form of long-term, repetitive stress. In […]
Dr. Silverman’s Ankle Injury Analysis: Brett Favre
In October 2010, during a game against the Green Bay Packers, Brett Favre sustained two ankle injuries. During the game, Favre aggravated a pre-existing stress fracture in his ankle, and also sustained an avulsion fracture in his left heel, where a small bit of bone was chipped away. His injuries didn’t require surgical treatment. Many […]
