Foot and ankle fractures in the elderly patient

In 2009, 36.9 million people living in the USA were over the age of 65 years. It is speculated that by the year 2030, that number will jump to 72.1 million. The increased physical demand of the aging American population has been accompanied by an amplification in the number and severity of ankle and foot fractures in the elderly. This article reviews the various issues associated with ankle and foot fractures in this potentially complex patient population, focusing on risk factors for fracture and the continued debate over surgical versus nonsurgical management. The higher level of activity of the aging American population has significantly increased the incidence of ankle and foot fractures in the elderly. Although certain authors have suggested that osteoporosis is the single strongest risk factor for both foot and ankle fractures, it appears that lifestyle factors such as an increased BMI and a propensity for falling play a larger role in ankle fractures, while foot fractures are more typical fragility...

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