Lisfranc Injuries
As a result of an accident, patients can suffer injuries to the bones and ligaments of the midfoot (Lisfranc injuries).
A Lisfranc injury occurs from damage to the connecting ligaments that hold the bones of the Lisfranc complex together. Common causes include a heavy weight crushing the foot, trauma from motor vehicle accidents, or repeated impact over time from sports and exercise.
These can occur with high energy mechanisms such as horse-riding or car accidents – or lower energy injuries such as tripping over a gutter or falling down a few stairs the wrong way.
These bones and ligaments are important for stability of the foot and maintaining the arch of the foot. If not treated properly this can lead to painful midfoot collapse and arthritis.
Most of these injuries are unstable and surgery will be recommended. Xrays, CT scans and/or MRI scans may be required to help make this decision.
Orthopedia - Lisfranc injury patient information
Non surgical Treatment options:
Weight bearing in a moonboot – typically for 6-12 weeks
An arch support in the boot and normal shoes for minimum 12 months after injury
Physiotherapy to strengthen and preserve range of motion
Surgical treatment is usually recommended. Each injury is different and requires an individualised approach.
Surgeries performed for this condition include: