Talus Fractures

Talus fracture

  • Forced dorsiflexion/rapid deceleration
  • Talus has reversed blood supply - risk of AVN
  • Risk of OA
  • The fibia and fibula are paired bones forming an elongated ring with the talus - bony ring injuries usually involve disruption at >1 site

Talar dome margin fracture

  • Caused by excessive inversion/eversion