Bholers angle

Question 1

What is Bohlers angle ?

Answer 1

An angle used to delineate is there is a calcaneal fracture.

Question 2

What is the normal limits of Bohlers angle ?

Answer 2

20- 40 degrees. (Where the two lines intercept).

Question 3

How do you draw Bholer’s angle ?

Answer 3

Line 1 - Superior aspect of the posterior tuberosity to the superior aspect of the posterior facet (along the superior aspect of the calcaneum).

Line 2 -Superior aspect of the posterior facet to the anterior process.

Question 4

What does it mean when Bohlers angle is reduced ?

Answer 4

Indicates a fracture.