Fractures of the distal fibula require treatment. The distal fibula, along with the talus and tibia, forms the ankle joint. Fractures of the distal fibula may affect the stability of the ankle joint and require prompt treatment. A fracture of the distal fibula can affect the weight-bearing capacity of the body, as the fibula can bear 1/6 of the body’s weight. In addition, untreated distal fibula fracture can lead to complications such as pain, delayed healing or non-healing of the fracture, fracture dislocation and even osteonecrosis. Treatment of distal fibula fracture includes conservative treatment and surgery. Conservative treatment is often used for non-displaced distal fibula fracture, such as oral ibuprofen for pain relief and cast immobilization as prescribed by the doctor. For displaced distal fibula fracture, surgical treatment is often needed, such as incision and internal fixation. Therefore, patients with distal fibula fracture should go to the hospital in time, under the guidance of the doctor to carry out regular treatment, timely treatment can promote the recovery of the fracture and avoid the complications caused by distal fibula fracture.