Epiphyseal fractures are fractures of the growth plate in children. Children's bones are not completely formed and if injured and left untreated deformities could result.
If the growth plate is injured, it may lead to a shortened bone or an angulation type of deformity in the bone. when a child sprains an ankle, limps or complains of pain, it is important to seek proper podiatric medical treatment. Children usually will not complain of pain without cause. Young patients with foot or ankle sprains may have a fracture of the growth plate in any of the foot or ankle bones. This could require immobilization in a cast.
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