injuries poisoning
Calcaneal Fractures
Treatment of Calcaneal Fractures
Orthopedic consultation Casting or possibly surgery, depending on the type of fracture Orthopedic consultation is necessary. Whetherintra-articular calcaneal fracturesshould be treated surgically or nonsurgically is much debated. are treated symptomatically with protection, rest (avoiding weight bearing), a compression dressing (which also provides protection), ice, and elevation ( PRICE ). When the swelling resolves, a cast is applied. 