Indications Ankle sprain that should not bear weight and requires immobilization Stable fractures of distal tibia or fibula (eg, minimally displaced fractures of the distal tibia and / or fibula) Ankle dislocations (for postreduction stabilization) Selected foot fractures Contraindications Absolute contraindications None Relative contraindications Injuries (eg, certain mild sprains) in which immediate range of motion and / or weight-bearing is desirable Injuries in which a cast is preferable * * The indications for sugar-tong splints and casts overlap.