Fibular fractions are among the quickest forms of leg break to heal, as the fibula are the smaller of the two lower leg bones that form the outer part of the shin and are not weight-bearing. These ...

Symptoms of bone cancer in the leg may include pain and swelling. The weakening of bones from cancer may also cause breaks or fractures and lead to mobility issues. People may also experience general ...

Spring calving season is in full swing across the Midwest and producers are working hard to get each baby off on the right foot. Newborn calves are susceptible to various illnesses and injuries, and ...

A Maisonneuve fracture refers to a break or fracture in the fibula close to the knee, with a co-occurring sprain in the ankle. The impact of a sprained ankle may travel up the leg and cause the fibula ...

A stress fracture is generally the result of overuse or repeated trauma to a bone. Also known as "fatigue fractures," stress ...

A new paper in JAMA Network Open determines whether type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) increases the risk of fractures in older women. Diabetes affects over 500 million individuals worldwide, and its ...