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Ottawa ankle rules

X-ray decision rule for acute ankle/midfoot injuries.

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Last reviewed 2026-01-06|msk | imaging | trauma

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Pain zone

Bone tenderness at posterior edge/tip of lateral malleolus

Bone tenderness at posterior edge/tip of medial malleolus

Bone tenderness at base of 5th metatarsal

Bone tenderness at navicular

Unable to bear weight for 4 steps

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