Navicular fractures of the foot can occur from direct trauma to the foot, falls from heights, and repetitive stress on the navicular bone (in the case of a navicular stress fracture). Tarsal navicular fractures can sometimes be difficult to diagnose and are often missed. An accurate diagnosis of the injury is important to ensure a…
Navicular Fractures- Anatomy, Causes, & Symptoms
Navicular fractures can occur secondary to direct or indirect injury to the navicular bone of the foot. The navicular bone is one of the midfoot bones on the inside of the foot. Navicular fractures are frequently misdiagnosed. Symptoms of navicular fractures include pain and swelling in the midfoot. In this article, we’ll discuss the anatomy…
Pediatric Cuboid Fractures in Children: How to Treat Them
Cuboid fractures can be difficult to identify in children. The presence of a cuboid fracture is rare in children and adolescents, however they can occur. The cuboid bone is one of the bones on the outside of the midfoot. It is a non-weight bearing bone. What Causes Pediatric Cuboid Fractures? Cuboid fractures can occur in…
Cuboid Stress Fractures: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Cuboid stress fractures occur due to repetitive stress on the cuboid bone. The cuboid bone is one of the midfoot bones on the outside of the foot. Cuboid stress fractures are often seen in athletes and active individuals. If there is too much force on the cuboid bone during repetitive activities such as jumping, dancing,…
Displaced Cuboid Fractures Treatment: What To Expect
A displaced cuboid fracture can occur from falls, high-impact injuries, and direct blows to the foot. A displaced fracture is a type of broken bone where the two ends of the bone do not align properly. Displacement means that there is more than 2mm of a gap between the fracture fragments. These types of fractures…
Non-displaced Cuboid Fractures Treatment: What to Expect
A cuboid fracture that is non-displaced means that the fracture fragments, although broken, are not shifted and are in proper alignment. Nondisplaced cuboid fractures can occur due to repetitive stress on the foot and direct trauma to the foot. Cuboid crush injuries are known as “Nutcracker fractures”. Non-displaced cuboid fractures are treated differently from displaced…
Diagnosis of Cuboid Fractures- What Tests Are Needed?
Diagnosing cuboid fractures can be difficult. This is because many of the symptoms that people experience after undergoing a cuboid fracture can be similar to other midfoot fractures in the foot. It’s important to accurately diagnose a cuboid fracture. This will ensure that the fracture will be treated appropriately and thus will ensure a faster…
Understanding Cuboid Fractures: Anatomy, Causes and Symptoms
Cuboid fractures of the foot, although uncommon, can cause significant pain and deformity if not treated. In this article, we’ll discuss the anatomy, causes, and symptoms of cuboid fractures. Cuboid Anatomy The cuboid bone is a “wedge-shaped” bone on the lateral aspect (outside portion) of the midfoot. It makes up one of the tarsal bones…
Accessory Navicular Surgery- What to Expect From the Surgical Procedure
What Is the Accessory Navicular? The accessory navicular bone (i.e. Os Tibialis Externum) is one of the accessory bones located on the inside of the foot. It is located next to the navicular bone on the inner midfoot. If the accessory navicular bone is causing pain, swelling, or discomfort in the foot, especially during physical…
Transmetatarsal Amputation: What Is an Amputation of the Transmetatarsal Bones?
In this article, you’ll learn about what you can expect when undergoing a transmetatarsal amputation, the recovery process, and the risks and benefits of the procedure. What Is a Transmetatarsal Amputation? A transmetatarsal amputation (TMA) is a partial foot amputation. The term “trans” means “across”. Thus transmetatarsal amputation means amputation performed “across the metatarsals”. The…
