Calcaneal Fractures
The calcaneus bones in the foot are injured in calcaneal fractures. The mobility and quality of life might be greatly affected by these fractures. Our specialty at Elite Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Centre is thorough rehabilitation for these injuries, using cutting-edge techniques to guarantee the best possible outcome.
Causes and Mechanism of Injury
Axial force is usually the cause of calcaneal fractures, which are the most frequent tarsal bone fractures. This occurs when someone falls from a height and lands on their feet, compressing and breaking the heel bone. If not properly treated, such injuries can result in serious morbidity.
Signs and Symptoms
Individuals who have calcaneal fractures may suffer from:
- Severe hindfoot pain.
- Bruises and swelling near the heel or ankle.
- Unable to use the injured foot to support the weight.
- Pain or deformity in the ankle or heel area.
Diagnostic Methods
Our assessment at Elite Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Centre consists of the following:
- Physical Examination: Evaluating edema, bruising, and deformity.
- Functional Assessment: Evaluating weight-bearing ability and range of motion.
- Special Physiotherapy Tests: Using certain tests to detect ligamentous injuries and fractures.
Advanced Physiotherapy Management
Our goal when treating calcaneal fractures is to minimize pain, restore function, and avoid complications. To meet the needs of each patient, we combine modern techniques, therapeutic exercises, and manual treatment.
High-End Modalities Utilized
We use the following cutting-edge therapies to improve recovery:
- Shock Wave Therapy: Applying acoustic waves to the wounded area helps to promote tissue repair and lessen discomfort.
- CRET Therapy: Through the use of electromagnetic energy, Capacitive Resistive Energy Transfer (CRET) Therapy improves deep tissue healing while lowering inflammation and increasing circulation.
- The Super Inductive System: Stimulates muscles and speeds up bone mending by using strong electromagnetic fields.
- High-Intensity Class 4 Laser Therapy: Promotes quicker tissue repair by reducing pain and inflammation with concentrated light energy.
- Hydrotherapy: Uses water-based workouts to reduce joint tension and increase strength and mobility.
- Cryotherapy: In the early stages of an injury, cryotherapy uses cold therapy to minimize discomfort and swelling.
Personalized Rehabilitation Programs
Each patient receives a personalized rehabilitation program from us that emphasizes:
- Pain management: is the process of reducing discomfort by using physical techniques and modalities.
- Restoring Range of Motion: To restore mobility, use stretching techniques and joint mobilizations.
- Strengthening exercises: To regain strength and function, focus on the lower leg and foot muscles.
- Gait training: Gait training helps patients rediscover appropriate walking techniques to avoid further injuries.
- Proprioceptive training: Using certain exercises to improve balance and coordination.
Our goal at Elite Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Centre is to treat calcaneal fractures with state-of-the-art physiotherapy techniques. We design our individualized care programs and cutting-edge modalities to promote a quick and efficient recovery, allowing our patients to confidently resume their regular activities.