Important Announcements

Nondiscrimination Policy Update

Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

To read our full Nondiscrimination Statement, click here.

Foot Injuries, Breaks, and Sprains

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A foot or ankle sprain is a soft tissue injury. Most often, a sprain occurs when an injury pulls, stretches, or tears the ligaments that connect bone to bone. A fracture is actually a break in the bone. Many breaks and sprains occur during sports. Tripping or stumbling on uneven ground is another common cause of foot and ankle sprains and fractures. Symptoms of a sprained or broken foot or ankle include pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty walking on the affected foot or ankle.

Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

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Orthopedic Surgery

We offer full and complete orthopedic services for acute injuries and chronic musculoskeletal conditions to help you get back to the activities you love.
Orthopedic Surgery
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Pediatric Sports Medicine Clinic

BMC’s Pediatric Sports Medicine Clinic provides care specifically tailored to children with sports-related injuries. As one of the few pediatric sports medicine programs in Boston…
Pediatric Sports Medicine Clinic
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Sports Medicine

BMC’s sports medicine experts have extensive expertise in both knee and shoulder care. We'll work diligently to get you back to all the activities that you love, starting with con…
Sports Medicine