PGA Golfer J.B. Holmes Will Not Play In Golf Competition Due to Broken Ankle

PGA Golfer J.B. Holmes Will Not Play In Golf Competition Due to Broken Ankle

Description: J.B. Holmes reacts to his bogey on the fifth hole during the first round of the Northern Trust Open.J.B Holmes, a famous PGA golfer will not partake in golf’s famous PGA Tour competition due to a broken ankle injury he sustained. The golfer is estimated to not be playing for 8-10 weeks of the competition, due to the injury. Holmes broke his ankle in a rollerblading incident not too far away from his home in Windermere.

The former U.S. Ryder Cup player broke his ankle by rolling backward on his blades. He then hit a hole in the ground while waiting for his fiancée, Erica Kahldin, to catch up stated Terry Reilly of Wasserman Media Group. His ankle collapsed sideways, which resulted in a small fracture. “Just a freak little thing,” said Reilly.  

If you think you have sustained an ankle injury such as this you should seek out a podiatrist such as Dr. Michael Wynn of Foot Care Associates of Texas, P.A. Dr. Wynn will diagnose any injuries you may have as well as provide you with treatment options that work for you.

Broken Ankles

The ankle is made up of three bones- the tibia, the fibula, and the talus. The tibia and the fibula connect to your knees and sit directly above the talus bone. The talus is protected by a fibrous membrane and allows slight movement in the ankle joint. Fractures occur when there is an excess of force or stress as a result of jumping, running or twisting the ankle.

Diagnosis

If you suffer an ankle injury, it is essential that you receive a correct, accurate diagnosis. The first sign the ankle is broken is an inability to put any weight on it. Often times there is severe bruising and swelling at the site of the injury. Your doctor may also order an x-ray be taken to determine the exact location and extent of the injury.

Treatment

Without proper care, a broken ankle could cause arthritis and instability later in life as a result of not healing properly. Therefore, it is essential to seek proper treatment to make a full recovery.

There a number of steps you can take to expedite the healing process. Elevate your feet above your head and ice the ankle to reduce pain and swelling. Your doctor may decide that surgery is the best option, in which you will likely be in a cast for at least three months. In all cases, a thorough rehabilitation program will help strengthen the leg and prevent the muscles from atrophyi

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office, which is located in Kingwood, TX. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

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