Ankle Injury in Paediatrics

Whether obtaining an X-ray or not, if there is tenderness over region associated with a growth plate, do not forget the Salter Harris I ankle injury may be present.  In this case, casting or using velcro type stirrup splint and ensuring Orthopaedic follow-up is warranted.

EMKF

Emergency Medicine Kenya Foundation (EMKF) is a not-for-profit (NGO) public benefit organisation registered in Kenya