Pott's fracture

A Pott's fracture is a fracture in the ankle joint in which the talus is displaced relative to the tibia. This type of fracture is named after the British surgeon Percival Pott, who first described this injury in 1768.

A Pott's fracture usually occurs when a fall occurs from a height and the entire force of the impact falls on the ankle joint. In this case, the talus bone moves inward relative to the ankles. This displacement leads to disruption of the anatomy of the joint and significantly limits its mobility.

Diagnosis of Pott's fracture is based on radiographic data and clinical picture. Pain, swelling, and deformity of the ankle joint are common. Treatment consists of closed reduction and immobilization of the joint with a plaster cast for 6-8 weeks. If a fracture does not heal properly, surgery may be required.

Pott's fracture is a severe ankle injury. With timely treatment, the prognosis is favorable, but delayed recovery and complications are not uncommon. Therefore, after removing the plaster, a set of rehabilitation measures is recommended.