Calcaneus fracture surgeries are often associated with postoperative complications that can be life-altering, leading to delayed recovery, prolonged hospital stay and in worse cases, amputation. A recent report published in The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery has suggested the use of local cryotherapy to reduce infection rates, necrosis, pain and hospital stay.

What is your opinion about the use of cryotherapy to reduce complications associated with calcaneus fracture surgeries?