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Calcaneus Fracture definition and picture
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Calcaneus Fractures The Calcanel is the heel bone. This is not a common place for a fracture. Calcaneal fractures often results from a fall from a height such as a fall off a ladder, and landing on one or both heels. The force that causes this type of injury may also damage the hip, pelvis and/or spine.

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