Signs and symptoms of a more serious ankle injury (such as a fracture or infection) include the following:
- Inability to bear weight and walk.
- Marked tenderness to the touch about the ankle bones.
- Bony misalignment causing ankle deformity or an open wound.
- Signs of infection, such as redness, warmth, swelling and tenderness in the affected area or fever.
- Severe, persistent pain and swelling that is not improving over time.
If you experience any of the above, please seek medical attention immediately.