Fractures of the Calcaneus
Adams, M.R.; Munz, J.W.; Koury, K.L.
Instructional course lectures 66: 51-61
2017
ISSN/ISBN: 0065-6895 PMID: 28594488 Document Number: 693929
Calcaneal fractures are potentially devastating injuries. To effectively manage calcaneal fractures, surgeons must understand the anatomy of the calcaneus as well as the surgical techniques necessary to restore normal biomechanics of the foot. Surgeons also must understand calcaneal fracture patterns and classifications; initial management techniques, surgical indications and rationale, temporizing management techniques, surgical approaches, definitive management techniques, and postoperative management for calcaneal fractures; as well as outcomes and common complications of calcaneal fractures.