Can an ankle fracture be treated conservatively, and how is surgery decided?

Doctor’s answer

The main factors are fracture displacement, ankle mortise stability, involvement of multiple ankle structures, and soft-tissue condition. Stable fractures without obvious displacement can be treated with a cast or brace. Unstable or displaced fractures often require surgical reduction and fixation.

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