A fibula fracture is a break in the fibula, the smaller bone in your lower leg, often caused by trauma like falls or sports injuries, leading to pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty walking, with treatment ranging from R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) and immobilization for minor breaks to surgery for more severe cases, requiring prompt medical attention. Symptoms Pain, swelling, bruising, and tenderness. Difficulty bearing weight or walking. Visible deformity or bump. Numbness or tingling in the foot