Acute lateral ankle ligament ruptures in the athlete: the role of surgery.

Kerkhoffs, Gino M M J; Van Dijk, C Niek · Foot Ankle Clin · 2013

review · Level V

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Abstract

High-level athletes have significantly greater load and demand on their ankle joints than the average population. Therefore, treatment of acute lateral ankle ligament ruptures in the high-demanding athlete is a challenge. This article reviews the treatment of acute lateral ankle ruptures in athletes, with special emphasis on the role of surgical treatment.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy