What Is a Lisfranc Injury?
A Lisfranc injury is a type of injury that affects the bottom middle area of the food. This injury is a result of damage to the ligaments (connective tissue) and bones in the foot. This region contains a cluster of small bones that have a total of five long bones that extend the length of the foot into the toes. Recovering from this type of injury can be quite challenging.
What Are the Symptoms of Lisfranc Injuries?
A Lisfranc injury can cause several symptoms. These include:
- Unexplained bruising on the foot
- Swelling of the affected foot
- Pain on the affected foot
- An inability to place weight or pressure on the foot when walking or standing
Most individuals who experience these symptoms do not take immediate action to call their doctor due to the similarity of injuries between Lisfranc injuries and sprains. Unfortunately, symptoms of a Lisfranc injury can persist much longer than a sprain, making it important to get a proper diagnosis.
How Is This Injury Diagnosed?
The diagnosis is a vital step in the recovery process for those suffering from Lisfranc injuries. Without having the symptoms assessed and the injury diagnosed, there is a chance that a patient may experience long-term pain and other adverse consequences.
When diagnosing this injury, a doctor will assess the foot while flexed downward and in the push-off position. They will also perform X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans to determine the extent of the damage or whether a different injury is causing the pain.
Get Help on Long Island, NY
If you are experiencing foot pain and discomfort, contact our team at OALI today. We can schedule a consultation at any of our seven locations across Long Island, NY, to discuss your symptoms and help you determine whether you have a Lisfranc injury that needs treatment or another condition that we can help you with. Call today at (631) 689-6698 to get started.
