Calcaneus Fracture: Mechanisms, Symptoms, and Treatment Strategies
1. Introduction A calcaneus fracture involves the disruption of the heel bone, the largest tarsal bone in the human foot. This severe orthopedic injury fundamentally alters the complex biomechanics of the hindfoot, directly impacting a patient’s ability to bear weight and ambulate normally. The primary clinical objective is to restore the anatomical shape of the … Read more