- Talar neck fractures most common
- Mechanism of injury : forced dorsiflexion with axial load
- Investigations : x-ray and CT scan if needed
- Non operative management for un-displaced (<2mm) fractures
- Hawkins classification is used for talar neck fractures
- Displaced talar neck and/or body fractures should be treated with open reduction and internal fixation
- Common complications include osteonecrosis, ankle stiffness, arthritis
