Subjective Outcome Criteria of Burwell and Charnley Following an Ankle Fracture

Burwell and Charnley used subjective criteria to determine the clinical outcome following an ankle fracture. The authors are from Dewsbury, England.

Clinical parameters:

(1) aching or pain

(2) stiffness

(3) impairment to work or walk

Discomfort	Stiffness	Impairment	Outcome
none or slight aching after use	none	none	good
aching during use	none or slight	none or slight	fair
painful	moderate or marked	moderate or marked	poor

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