Pott's fracture

The fractures in this region include Pott's fracture, and its converse; separation of the lower epiphysis of the tibia; fractures of the talus, calcaneus, and other tarsal bones; and fractures of the metatarsals and phalanges.

Mal-union of Pott's fracture may necessitate re-fracture by means of a Jones' wrench, used in the same manner as for club-foot, or the parts are exposed by operation; the bone is divided by means of an osteotome, the foot forcibly inverted, and the limb put up in the same way as in a recent fracture.

The Converse of Pott's Fracture—sometimes called “Pott's Fracture with Inversion.”—This injury is fairly common, and results from forcible inversion of the foot.

In other respects it corresponds to the typical Pott's fracture, and is treated on the same principles.

Surgical Anatomy—Fractures:Pott's fracture;Converse of Pott's fracture;Separation of lower epiphysis;Fracture of talus;Fracture of calcaneus;Fractures of other tarsal bones;Fractures of metatarsal bones;Fractures of phalanges—Dislocations:Of ankle joint;Of inferior tibio-fibular joint;Complete dislocation of talus;Sub-taloid dislocation;Medio-tarsal dislocation;Tarso-metatarsal dislocation;Dislocations of toes.