Fractures, Trauma & Sports Injuries · Cookeville
Lisfranc Fractures & Dislocations treatment in Cookeville, TN
Expert care for Lisfranc injuries at our Cookeville clinic, 120 Walnut Commons Lane, Suite A.
Understanding Lisfranc injuries, and how we help in Cookeville.
Looking for help with Lisfranc injuries in Cookeville? Our Cookeville clinic at 120 Walnut Commons Lane, Suite A offers exams, treatment, and follow up close to home.
The Lisfranc joint is the group of small bones and strong ligaments in the middle of your foot. It holds the arch together. A Lisfranc injury means those bones are broken, shifted, or the ligaments are torn.
This injury can happen from a twist while the foot is planted, a fall, or a crush. It is often mistaken for a simple sprain. Finding it early matters because unstable bones can lead to long-term arch pain.
Symptoms
Signs of Lisfranc injuries.
If you notice these signs and live near Cookeville, an exam can give you clear answers.
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Pain and swelling across the top of the midfoot
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Bruising on the bottom of the foot, in the arch
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Pain when you stand on your toes or push off
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Trouble walking, or a foot that feels unstable
Why it happens
What can cause Lisfranc injuries.
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Twisting the foot while the toes are pointed down
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Falls from a step or ladder
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Car crashes and heavy objects landing on the foot
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Sports tackles or a horse or bike accident
Diagnosis and care
How we treat Lisfranc injuries in Cookeville.
Step 1 · Diagnosis
We look for swelling, bruising in the arch, and pain when the midfoot is gently moved. X-rays are taken, sometimes while you stand, to see if the bones have spread apart. A CT scan or MRI may be used to see small breaks and torn ligaments.
Step 2 · Treatment
A mild Lisfranc sprain with stable bones may be treated with a cast or boot and no weight on the foot for several weeks. Crutches are usually needed. We recheck with X-rays to make sure the bones have not moved. After that, a firm shoe, arch support, and physical therapy help you walk normally again.
When the bones have shifted or the joint is unstable, surgery is often advised. The surgeon lines the bones up and holds them with screws or plates, and sometimes joins the bones together.
Your visit
What to expect at our Cookeville clinic.
Your visit for Lisfranc injuries in Cookeville is simple and friendly.
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Talk and exam
We listen first, then examine your feet and how you walk at our Cookeville clinic.
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Clear answers
X-rays or other imaging when needed, so you leave knowing what is wrong.
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A plan for you
We begin with gentle options that work, with follow ups close to home in Cookeville.
Recovery
What to expect over time.
Healing often takes 2 to 4 months, and full return to sports may take longer. Some people have lasting stiffness or arch pain, especially after a serious injury.
When to book
Do not wait it out in Cookeville.
See a podiatrist right away if you have midfoot swelling and pain after a twist or fall, especially with bruising on the sole. Do not wait it out, since a missed injury can get worse.
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FAQ
Your questions answered.
Is a Lisfranc injury just a bad sprain?
It can look like one, but it involves the joints and ligaments that hold your arch. That is why it needs a careful exam and imaging.
Will I get arthritis?
Some people do develop arthritis in the midfoot after this injury. Good alignment early on helps lower that risk.
Do you treat Lisfranc injuries in Cookeville, TN?
Yes. Our Cookeville clinic at 120 Walnut Commons Lane, Suite A, Cookeville, TN 38501 treats Lisfranc injuries in children and adults. Call 615-220-8788 to book a visit.
How soon can I be seen for Lisfranc injuries in Cookeville?
Call the Cookeville clinic at 615-220-8788 or send a request online. Tell us about your pain and we will find the earliest time that works for you.
Cookeville clinic
Get help with Lisfranc injuries in Cookeville.
120 Walnut Commons Lane, Suite A, Cookeville, TN 38501
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