Cartilage damage of the talus is generally recommended to deal with, if the cartilage damage is mild, conservative treatment can be taken, if the damage is more serious may need to take surgical treatment.
1. Light cartilage injury: generally refers to cartilage contusion, edema, if not dealt with may lead to pain and swelling for a longer period of time, and even cause joint mobility disorders, the general choice of conservative treatment, including avoidance of running, jumping sports, through the celecoxib, ibuprofen and other anti-inflammatory pain relieving medications, cold compresses given at an early stage, and hot compresses and other physical therapy during the recovery period.
2. Heavy cartilage damage: Generally speaking, the cartilage damage is large and deep, if not treated, it may affect the ankle joint function and leave serious sequelae. At this time, it is generally recommended to take surgical treatment, according to the situation, choose arthroscopy or joint fusion.
Patients with talus cartilage injury are recommended to go to the hospital in time to improve the relevant examination, to clarify the severity of the condition, to take further treatment measures, do not blindly use drugs.