Background: Talus fractures are rare but severe injuries that can significantly impair ankle and foot function due to the bone’s unique anatomy and limited blood supply. Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of structured physiotherapy management in improving functional outcomes in a patient with a talus fracture. Methods: A single case study was conducted on a 28-year-old male diagnosed with a talar neck fracture treated surgically with open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). A structured physiotherapy rehabilitation protocol was implemented over 16 weeks. Outcome measures included pain (VAS), range of motion (ROM), and functional ability (AOFAS score). Results: A pre–post comparison of outcomes demonstrated significant improvement following physiotherapy rehabilitation. Pain scores decreased from 8 to 2 on the VAS scale, indicating a clinically meaningful reduction. Functional parameters including range of motion, weight-bearing capacity, and overall functional ability showed marked improvement. A paired sample t-test indicated that the reduction in pain was statistically significant (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Structured physiotherapy rehabilitation plays a crucial role in restoring mobility, strength, and functional independence in patients with talus fractures.
Singh et al. (2026) studied this question.