Injury to the lateral ligaments of the ankle

摘要: Ankle sprains are common and often treated inadequately. Unstable lateral ankle ligaments cause abnormal motion can lead to degenerative changes. Arthrography is the superior radiographic study in acutely injured ankles. Stress tests useful if positive; however, because false-negative common, general anesthesia should be considered. Chronic injuries may evaluated well with stress testing. Conservative treatment (that is, mobilization) aggressive rehabilitation probably best for all ligament injuries, unless certain mechanical stability of paramount importance. Finally, results late reconstruction equal those early repair.