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Since its introduction in 1966, the Bröstrom repair has been the workhorse for the treatment of chronic ankle instability. The procedure has expanded with the advent of arthroscopy, ultrasound, and other techniques. Because chronic ankle sprains/instability pose a barrier to athletes who perform high-level activities for a living, discussions concerning postoperative recovery and return to play criteria are important. Here we present an update on the Bröstrom-Gould procedure from preoperative management to return to play.Level of Evidence: Level V.
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- Daniel Chiou
- Warren Alpert Medical School, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Foot and Ankle Service, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Foot and Ankle Service, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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Tsai CS, Huang MT, Jou IM, Wu PT, Ko PY. Arthroscopic modified Broström may improve function while anatomic reconstructions could enhance stability for chronic lateral ankle instability: A network meta-analysis. Foot Ankle Surg 2024:S1268-7731(24)00114-0. [PMID: 38811273 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2024.05.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2023] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this systematic review and network meta-analysis was to compare the efficacy of different surgical treatments, including open and arthroscopic modified Broström procedures (MB), anatomical reconstructions, and suture tape augmentations (STA), for chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI). METHODS We conducted a systematic search for comparative studies that included adult patients with CLAI who underwent open MB, arthroscopic MB, reconstruction with autografts or allografts, and STA. We used a random-effects model to present the NMA results, with mean differences and 95 % confidence intervals (CI) for continuous measures and relative ratios with 95 % CI for dichotomous variables. Surface under the cumulative ranking curve analysis (SUCRA) was used for treatment ranking. RESULTS The results, based on surface under the cumulative ranking curve analysis, showed that arthroscopic MB likely improves functional outcomes the most as measured by change in American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot scores. Anatomical graft reconstructions with allografts or autografts demonstrated greater reduction in anterior talar translation (ATT) and talar tilt angle (TTA). Arthroscopic MB and STA were associated with fewer complications. CONCLUSIONS Arthroscopic MB may be associated with better functional outcomes, while anatomical reconstructions appear to provide greater improvements in stability for CLAI. Additionally, arthroscopic techniques seem to have lower complication risks compared to open procedures. These potential differences in outcomes and risks between techniques could help guide surgical decision-making.
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- Chun-Sheng Tsai
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- GEG Orthopedic Clinic, Tainan, Taiwan; Department of Orthopedics, E-Da Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; School of Medicine, College of Medicine, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedics, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan; Department of Biomedical Engineering, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan; Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan; Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedics, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan.
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Kim SH, Choi JH, Lee SH, Lee YK. The Superficial Peroneal Nerve Is at Risk during the "All Inside" Arthroscopic Broström Procedure: A Cadaveric Study. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:1109. [PMID: 37374313 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59061109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2023] [Revised: 05/13/2023] [Accepted: 06/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
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Background: The arthroscopic Broström procedure is a promising treatment for chronic ankle instability. However, little is known regarding the location of the intermediate superficial peroneal nerve at the level of the inferior extensor retinaculum; knowledge about this location is important for procedural safety. The purpose of this cadaveric study was to clarify the anatomical relationship between the intermediate superficial peroneal nerve and the sural nerve at the level of the inferior extensor retinaculum. Methods: Eleven dissections of cadaveric lower extremities were performed. The origin of the experimental three-dimensional axis was defined as the location of the anterolateral portal during ankle arthroscopy. The distances from the standard anterolateral portal to the inferior extensor retinaculum, sural nerve, and intermediate superficial peroneal nerve were measured using an electronic digital caliper. The location of inferior extensor retinaculum, the tract of sural nerve, and intermediate superficial peroneal nerve were checked using average and standard deviations. For the statistical analyses, data are presented as average ± standard deviation, and then they are reported as means and standard deviations. Fisher's exact test was used to identify statistically significant differences. Results: At the level of the inferior extensor retinaculum, the mean distances from the anterolateral portal to the proximal and distal intermediate superficial peroneal nerve were 15.9 ± 4.1 (range, 11.3-23.0) mm and 30.1 ± 5.5 (range, 20.8-37.9) mm, respectively. The mean distances from the anterolateral portal to the proximal and distal sural nerve were 47.6 ± 5.7 (range, 37.4-57.2) mm and 47.2 ± 4.1 (range, 41.0-51.8) mm), respectively. Conclusions: During the arthroscopic Broström procedure, the intermediate superficial peroneal nerve may be damaged by the anterolateral portal; the proximal and distal parts of the intermediate superficial peroneal nerve were located within 15.9 and 30.1 mm, respectively, at the level of the inferior extensor retinaculum in cadavers. These areas should be considered danger zones during the arthroscopic Broström procedure.
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- Sung Hwan Kim
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Soonchunhyang University Hospital Bucheon, 170, Jomaru-ro, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon-si 14584, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedics, Manjok Clinic, 178, Jibeom-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu 42208, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Soonchunhyang University Hospital Bucheon, 170, Jomaru-ro, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon-si 14584, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Soonchunhyang University Hospital Bucheon, 170, Jomaru-ro, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon-si 14584, Republic of Korea
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Puri A. Lateral ankle instability - repair/ reconstruct what's new. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) 2023; 31:10225536231182348. [PMID: 37449536 DOI: 10.1177/10225536231182348] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
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Lateral ankle instability is a common condition which responds well to non-surgical management. However, the chronic symptomatic instability may require surgical intervention. The acceptable and practiced procedure is the Brostom Gould modification and it has a high patient satisfaction score. However, the current understanding and newer techniques for stabilising the lateral ligament complex has resulted in arthroscopic repairs, augmentation and tendon graft reconstructions. The literature does not provide an answer to the efficacy of these new techniques but there is some preliminary information favouring some of the latest procedures. It is now accepted practise to include ankle arthroscopy as a pre repair step. Augmentation of anatomical repair is also favoured in a select group of patients. This article provides an up to date account of the newer techniques for lateral ankle stabilisation.
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- Arvind Puri
- Department of Orthopaedics, Cairns Hospital, Queensland, Australia
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Al-Janabi MM, Apostolides M, Southgate C, Dhinsa BS. Early mobilization following elective ankle lateral collateral ligament reconstruction in adults. Foot (Edinb) 2023; 55:101988. [PMID: 36863249 DOI: 10.1016/j.foot.2023.101988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2022] [Accepted: 02/23/2023] [Indexed: 03/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Emergency departments in the UK are overwhelmed with musculoskeletal trauma, 50 % of which resulting from ligamentous injuries. Of these, ankle sprains are the most prevalent, however with poor rehabilitation in the recovery period, 20 % of patients may develop chronic instability that may necessitate operative reconstruction. At present, there are no national guidelines or protocols to help direct postoperative rehabilitation and determine weightbearing status. Our aim is to review the existing literature that investigated postoperative outcomes following different rehabilitation protocols in patients with Chronic Lateral Collateral Ligament (CLCL) instability. METHODS A literature search was performed via Medline, Embase and Pubmed databases using the terms 'ankle', 'lateral ligament', 'repair'. 'reconstruction' and 'early mobilisation'. A total of 19 studies were identified after filtering that they were English language papers. A gray literature search was also performed using the Google search engine. RESULTS Based on the literature reviewed, patients undergoing early mobilisation and Range Of Movement (ROM) following lateral ligament reconstruction for chronic instability seem to have better functional outcomes and earlier return to work and sports. This is however in the short-term, and there are no medium to long-term studies evaluating the effects of early mobilisation on ankle stability. Furthermore, there may be an increased risk of postoperative complications, mainly wound related, with early mobilization compared to delayed mobilization. CONCLUSION Further randomized studies and long-term prospective studies with larger cohorts of patients are required to improve the level of evidence available but based on current literature it would appear that controlled early ROM and weight-bearing is advisable in patients undergoing surgery for CLCL instability.
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Postoperative MRI of the Ankle and Foot. Magn Reson Imaging Clin N Am 2022; 30:733-755. [DOI: 10.1016/j.mric.2022.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Yang KC, Chen PY, Loh C, Tzeng IS, Chang SM, Wang CC. Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability Treated With Tendon Allografting: A Preliminary Comparison of Arthroscopic and Open Anatomic Ligament Reconstruction. Orthop J Sports Med 2022; 10:23259671221126693. [PMID: 36250031 PMCID: PMC9561677 DOI: 10.1177/23259671221126693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Background: Roughly 30% of patients with chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI) have
long-lasting painful instability requiring surgical intervention. Ligament
reconstruction with the traditional open method and using tendon allografts
can provide sufficient mechanical stability for severe CLAI. Arthroscopic
ligament reconstruction with tendon allograft has recently been introduced
to treat CLAI. Purpose: In this study, we describe an arthroscopic ligament reconstruction procedure
involving the use of the tendon allograft for patients with CLAI, and we
compare the efficacy of this procedure with open ligament reconstruction
with tendon allograft. Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods: We enrolled 10 patients (4 men and 6 women) with CLAI (mean age, 37.3 years;
range, 16-57 years) who underwent arthroscopic ligament reconstruction with
tendon allografting between November 2017 and June 2019. The control group
consisted of 10 patients who received open tendon allograft reconstruction.
Preoperative and 2-year postoperative functional outcomes were evaluated
using the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society ankle-hindfoot scale
(AOFAS), Karlsson Ankle Functional Score (KAFS), pain visual analog scale
(VAS), 12-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-12), and Tegner activity score
(TAS). Results: The mean operative time was 118 and 110 minutes in the arthroscopic and open
groups, respectively. At 2-year follow-up, scores on the AOFAS improved
significantly compared with preoperatively, from 71.3 to 96.4
(P = .006) in the arthroscopic group, and from 68.6 to
96.7 (P = .005) in the open group. The postoperative AOFAS,
VAS, KAFS, and SF-12 scores did not differ significantly between the 2
groups; however, the TAS score was significantly higher in the arthroscopic
reconstruction group compared with in the open group (7 vs 6.1,
respectively; P = .01). Conclusion: Arthroscopic ligament reconstruction with tendon allografting resulted in
sufficient ankle stability and no donor-site morbidity. This procedure can
yield similar functional outcomes to open reconstruction technique and may
be an option for the management of CLAI.
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- Kai-Chiang Yang
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist
Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, New Taipei City, Taiwan.,School of Dental Technology, College of Oral Medicine, Taipei
Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, National Taiwan University
Hospital, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist
Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Research, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi
Medical Foundation, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Municipal Ta-Tung Hospital,
Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung City, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist
Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, New Taipei City, Taiwan.,Department of Orthopedics, School of Medicine, Tzu Chi University,
Hualien, Taiwan.,Chen-Chie Wang, MD, PhD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery,
Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, New Taipei City
23142, Taiwan ()
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Comparison of Modified Broström Procedure with or without Suture Tape Augmentation Technique for the Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2022; 2022:6172280. [PMID: 35937388 PMCID: PMC9348917 DOI: 10.1155/2022/6172280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2022] [Accepted: 07/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Purpose To compare the clinical outcomes of the modified Broström repair (MBR) with or without suture tape augmentation (STA) for managing the chronic lateral ankle instability. Methods 72 patients with chronic lateral ankle instability treated at our hospital from January 2018 to July 2019 were included, with 37 patients receiving the MBR and 35 treated by the MBR with STA. The clinical efficacy of the two techniques was assessed in terms of VAS, AOFAS, and Karlsson scores and by physical examination in follow-ups. Results In all 72 patients, operations were successful, and the patients were followed up for 29.3 months on average (range, 24-43 months). There were no significant differences in preoperative pain, AOFAS, and Karlsson scores between the two groups. Compared with preoperative findings, all the functional scores were significantly improved in both groups 3 months after the operation and at the last follow-up. Three months after the operation, the STA group had significantly lower VAS and higher AOFAS scores than the isolated MBR group, suggesting that patients in the STA group suffered less pain and achieved better functional improvement. However, the VAS and functional scores at the last follow-up and the Karlsson score at 3 months postoperatively showed no intragroup difference in both groups. Conclusion MBR with or without STA could achieve good results for the treatment of chronic lateral ankle instability. Compared with the widely used MBR, combining with STA may be more effective in promoting rehabilitation in early term.
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Ankle sprains are a common injury among physically active populations and occur with an incidence of around 2.15 per 1000 person-years. This article discusses various surgical procedures used to treat chronic lateral ankle instability, including direct ligament repair, anatomic reconstruction, and nonanatomic reconstruction. We focus our discussion on the most common and challenging complications of ankle stabilization, both in our experience and as supported by the existing literature, including recurrent instability, superficial peroneal nerve injury, and unaddressed pathology that continues to cause symptoms and limit function. We offer possible methods to manage these conditions as well as available outcome data.
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- Mark Drakos
- Hospital for Special Surgery, 523 East 72nd st, New York, NY 10021, USA.
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- Hospital for Special Surgery, 523 East 72nd st, New York, NY 10021, USA
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- Hospital for Special Surgery, 523 East 72nd st, New York, NY 10021, USA
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Young KL, Morris B, Herda TJ. The Role of Strength and Conditioning in the Prevention and Treatment of Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability. Strength Cond J 2022. [DOI: 10.1519/ssc.0000000000000648] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Clinical outcomes of anterior tibiofibular ligament's distal fascicle transfer versus ligament reconstruction with InternalBrace™ for chronic ankle instability patients. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2022; 142:2829-2837. [PMID: 34846587 PMCID: PMC9474461 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-021-04214-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2021] [Accepted: 10/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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PURPOSE Treatment of chronic ankle instability (CAI) for ankle sprain patients remains a challenge. If initial treatments fail, surgical stabilization techniques including ligament reconstruction should be performed. Anterior tibiofibular ligament (ATiFL) distal fascicle transfer for CAI was recently introduced. The goal of the study is to assess the 1-year clinical effectiveness of ATiFL's distal fascicle transfer versus ligament reconstruction with InternalBrace™ (Fa. Arthrex, Naples). METHODS Between October 2019 and February 2021, 25 patients (14 males and 11 females) scheduled for ligament reconstruction treatment of CAI were enrolled after propensity score matching. Twelve underwent ligament reconstruction with InternalBrace™ (InternalBrace™ group) and thirteen underwent ATiFL's distal fascicle transfer (ATiFL's distal fascicle transfer group). We recorded the American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) score, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), anterior drawer test grade, patient satisfaction and complications. All results of this study were retrospectively analyzed. RESULTS Statistically significant (p = 0.0251, independent-samples t test) differences in the AOFAS can be found between the ATiFL's distal fascicle transfer group and the InternalBrace™ group. No substantial changes in the VAS (p = 0.1778, independent-samples t test), patient satisfaction (p = 0.1800, independent-samples t test) and anterior drawer test grade (p = 0.9600, independent-samples t test) were found between the two groups. There was one patient with superficial wound infection and one patient with sural nerve injury in the InternalBrace™ group and ATiFL's distal fascicle transfer group, respectively. CONCLUSION This is the first study that assessed a cohort of CAI patients and suggests that the ATiFL's distal fascicle transfer operation has the potential to attain good-to-excellent clinical outcomes after 1-year recovery. The AOFAS scores were significantly higher for patients with ATiFL's distal fascicle transfer, indicating that this technique may be considered a viable option for both patients and their surgeon, while long-term outcomes should be investigated in the future.
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Choi JH, Choi KJ, Chung CY, Park MS, Sung KH, Lee KM. Consistency and Reliability of Ankle Stress Radiography in Patients With Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability. Orthop J Sports Med 2021; 9:23259671211004099. [PMID: 34046507 PMCID: PMC8135217 DOI: 10.1177/23259671211004099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2020] [Accepted: 12/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Background: Ankle stress radiographs are important tools for evaluating chronic lateral ankle instability. The consistency of a patient’s ankle condition as it affects the reliability of ankle stress radiographs has never been evaluated. Purpose: To investigate the consistency and reliability of ankle stress radiographs in patients with chronic lateral ankle instability without an ankle injury during the study period. Study Design: Cohort study (diagnosis); Level of evidence, 3. Methods: Included were patients with chronic lateral ankle instability who underwent 2 repeated ankle stress radiographs between January 2014 and July 2019; those with an ankle injury during the study period were excluded. The tibiotalar tilt angle on varus stress radiographs and anterior translation of the talus on anterior drawer stress radiographs were measured at initial presentation and final follow-up examination. Interobserver reliability and consistency of ankle stress radiographs were analyzed using the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). Results: A total of 45 patients (mean ± standard deviation age, 36.4 ± 13.4 years; 18 men and 27 women; follow-up duration, 9.1 ± 3.2 months) were included. The mean ± standard deviation tibiotalar tilt angle and anterior talar translation at initial presentation were 10.8° ± 5.2° and 6.9 ± 2.7 mm, respectively. The interobserver reliabilities of the tibiotalar tilt angle and anterior talar translation were excellent (ICC = 0.926 [95% CI, 0.874-0.959] and 0.911 [95% CI, 0.766-0.961], respectively). The consistency between the initial and final radiographs was good for tibiotalar tilt angle (ICC = 0.763 [95% CI, 0.607-0.862]) and poor for anterior talar translation (ICC = 0.456 [95% CI, 0.187-0.660]). Conclusion: Although the interobserver reliability of the radiographic measurements was excellent, the consistency of the ankle stress radiographs was not as acceptable. Surgeons need to be cautious when deciding whether to operate on a patient with chronic lateral ankle instability based on a single ankle stress radiograph.
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- Ji Hye Choi
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Gyeonggi, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Gyeonggi, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Gyeonggi, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Gyeonggi, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Gyeonggi, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Gyeonggi, Republic of Korea
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In the past several years, arthroscopic repair of the lateral ankle ligaments has grown because it has shown comparable results with the traditional open Brostrom-Gould procedure. In addition, arthroscopic repair allows reduced swelling and cosmesis. This article discusses the authors' technique for lateral ankle instability, with published data supporting biomechanical equivalency to the standard open Brostrom-Gould procedure. An optional internal brace can provide further strength to the repair and lead to a quicker recovery. Arthroscopic repair both with and without the internal brace have shown positive clinical outcomes for patients as well as high satisfaction rates.
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- Jorge I Acevedo
- Department of Orthopedics, Southeast Orthopedic Specialists, Foot and Ankle Center, 6500 Bowden Road, Suite 103, Jacksonville, FL 32216, USA.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Blue Ridge Division of EmergeOrtho, Foot and Ankle Center, 2585 Hendersonville Road, Arden, NC 28704, USA
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Halabchi F, Hassabi M. Acute ankle sprain in athletes: Clinical aspects and algorithmic approach. World J Orthop 2020; 11:534-558. [PMID: 33362991 PMCID: PMC7745493 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v11.i12.534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2020] [Revised: 10/04/2020] [Accepted: 10/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Acute ankle sprain is the most common lower limb injury in athletes and accounts for 16%-40% of all sports-related injuries. It is especially common in basketball, American football, and soccer. The majority of sprains affect the lateral ligaments, particularly the anterior talofibular ligament. Despite its high prevalence, a high proportion of patients experience persistent residual symptoms and injury recurrence. A detailed history and proper physical examination are diagnostic cornerstones. Imaging is not indicated for the majority of ankle sprain cases and should be requested according to the Ottawa ankle rules. Several interventions have been recommended in the management of acute ankle sprains including rest, ice, compression, and elevation, analgesic and anti-inflammatory medications, bracing and immobilization, early weight-bearing and walking aids, foot orthoses, manual therapy, exercise therapy, electrophysical modalities and surgery (only in selected refractory cases). Among these interventions, exercise and bracing have been recommended with a higher level of evidence and should be incorporated in the rehabilitation process. An exercise program should be comprehensive and progressive including the range of motion, stretching, strengthening, neuromuscular, proprioceptive, and sport-specific exercises. Decision-making regarding return to the sport in athletes may be challenging and a sports physician should determine this based on the self-reported variables, manual tests for stability, and functional performance testing. There are some common myths and mistakes in the management of ankle sprains, which all clinicians should be aware of and avoid. These include excessive imaging, unwarranted non-weight-bearing, unjustified immobilization, delay in functional movements, and inadequate rehabilitation. The application of an evidence-based algorithmic approach considering the individual characteristics is helpful and should be recommended.
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- Farzin Halabchi
- Department of Sports and Exercise Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14167-53955, Iran
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- Department of Sports and Exercise Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19979-64151, Iran
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Hermanns C, Coda R, Cheema S, Vopat ML, Bechtold M, Tarakemeh A, Mullen S, Schroeppel JP, Vopat BG. Review of Variability in Rehabilitation Protocols after Lateral Ankle Ligament Surgery. Kans J Med 2020; 13:152-159. [PMID: 32612748 PMCID: PMC7324062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2020] [Accepted: 04/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Ankle sprains are one of the most common athletic injuries. If a patient fails to improve through conservative management, surgery is an option to restore ankle stability. The purpose of this study was to analyze and assess the variability across different rehabilitation protocols for patients undergoing either lateral ankle ligament repair, reconstruction, and suture tape augmentation. METHODS Using a web-based search for published rehabilitation protocols after lateral ankle ligament repair, reconstruction, and suture tape augmentation, a total of 26 protocols were found. Inclusion criteria were protocols for post-operative care after an ankle ligament surgery (repair, reconstruction, or suture tape augmentation). Protocols for multi-ligament surgeries and non-operative care were excluded. A scoring rubric was created to analyze different inclusion, exclusion, and timing of protocols such as weight-bearing, range of motion (ROM), immobilization with brace, single leg exercises, return to running, and return to sport (RTS). Protocols inclusion of different recommendations was recorded along with the time frame that activities were suggested in each protocol. RESULTS Twenty-six protocols were analyzed. There was variability across rehabilitation protocols for lateral ankle ligament operative patients especially in the type of immobilizing brace, time to partial and full weigh bearing, time to plantar flexion, dorsiflexion, eversion and inversion movements of the ankle, and return to single leg exercise and running. For repair and reconstruction, none of these categories had greater than 60% agreement between protocols. All (12/12) repair, internal brace, and unspecified protocols and 86% (12/14) of reconstruction protocols recommended no ROM immediately postoperatively. Eighty-six percent (6/7) of repair and 78% (11/14) of reconstruction protocols recommended no weight-bearing immediately after surgery, making post-operative ROM and weight-bearing status the most consistent aspects across protocols. Five protocols allowed post-operative weight-bearing in a cast to keep ROM restricted. Sixty-six percent (2/3) of suture tape augmentation protocols allowed full weight-bearing immediately post-operatively. Suture tape augmentation protocols generally allowed rehabilitation to occur on a quicker time-line with full weight-bearing by week 4-6 in 100% (3/3) of protocols and full ROM by week 8-10 in 66% (2/3) protocols. RTS was consistent in repair protocols (100% at week 12-16) but varied more in reconstruction. CONCLUSION There is significant variability in the post-operative protocols after surgery for ankle instability. ROM was highly variable across protocols and did not always match-up with supporting literature for early mobilization of the ankle. Return to sport was most likely to correlate between protocols and the literature. Weight-bearing was consistent between most protocols but requires further research to determine the best practice. Overall, the variability between programs demonstrated the need for standardization of rehabilitation protocols.
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- University of Kansas School of Medicine, Kansas City, KS
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- University of Kansas School of Medicine, Kansas City, KS
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- University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita, Department of Orthopaedics, Wichita, KS
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- University of Kansas Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Kansas City, KS
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- University of Kansas Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Kansas City, KS
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- University of Kansas Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Kansas City, KS
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- University of Kansas Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Kansas City, KS
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- University of Kansas School of Medicine, Kansas City, KS,University of Kansas Medical Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Kansas City, KS
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Pitts CC, McKissack HM, Anderson MC, Buddemeyer KM, Bassetty C, Naranje SM, Shah A. Anatomical structures at risk in the arthroscopic Broström-Gould procedure: A cadaver study. Foot Ankle Surg 2020; 26:343-346. [PMID: 31133369 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2019.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2019] [Accepted: 04/16/2019] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND The Broström Gould procedure is the gold standard for repair of lateral ankle ligament injury and ankle instability. This procedure has demonstrated excellent short- and long-term outcomes in the orthopedic literature. Arthroscopic Broström Gould techniques have become increasingly popular among some foot and ankle orthopedic surgeons. Typically, this technique requires standard anteromedial and anterolateral portals along with an accessory lateral working portal. The exact location of this portal is variable within the available described surgical techniques. The objective of this cadaveric study is to establish a standard entry point for and to assess the safety of the accessory lateral portal with respect to nearby anatomical structures. METHODS Ten fresh-frozen below-knee cadaver specimens were used. The location of the accessory lateral portal was created 1.5 cm anterior to the distal tip of the fibula. A small vertical incision was made at this point, followed by insertion of a Kirschner wire into the joint. The wire was then gently impacted into the fibula. Superficial dissection was subsequently carried out around the entry point to identify the peroneal tendons, superficial peroneal nerve branches, and sural nerve branches. Structures were marked with colored push pins, and distance was measured between the nearest edge of the Kirschner wire and each of the three anatomic structures listed. Any instances of structural contact or damage were documented. RESULTS The average distance from the Kirschner wire to the peroneal tendon was 16.1 (±4.41) mm. The average distance from the wire to the superficial peroneal nerve and sural nerve was 13.11 (±6.79) mm and 12.33 (±4.08) mm, respectively. There were no instances of injury to any of the studied structures. However, there was a notable amount of variability in the proximity of structures in question for each cadaver. A branch of the superficial peroneal nerve was measured as close as 2 mm and as far as 24 mm in separate cadaver specimens. CONCLUSION Arthroscopic Broström Gould procedures are a safe and effective method for lateral ankle ligamentous repair but are not without risk. Accessory lateral portal placement is relatively safe but should be meticulously executed to avoid damage to nearby anatomical structures.
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- Charles C Pitts
- Dept of Orthopedic Surgery, UAB School of Medicine, 1802 6th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 35233, USA.
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- Dept of Orthopedic Surgery, UAB School of Medicine, 1201 11th Ave, Birmingham, AL, 35294, USA.
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- Dept of Orthopedic Surgery, UAB School of Medicine, 1201 11th Ave, Birmingham, AL, 35294, USA.
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- Dept of Orthopedic Surgery, UAB School of Medicine, 1201 11th Ave, Birmingham, AL, 35294, USA.
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- Dept of Orthopedic Surgery, UAB School of Medicine, 1201 11th Ave, Birmingham, AL, 35294, USA.
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- Dept of Orthopedic Surgery, UAB School of Medicine, 1802 6th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 35233, USA.
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- Dept of Orthopedic Surgery, UAB School of Medicine, 1802 6th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, 35233, USA.
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Feng SM, Sun QQ, Wang AG, Chang BQ, Cheng J. Arthroscopic Anatomical Repair of Anterior Talofibular Ligament for Chronic Lateral Instability of the Ankle: Medium- and Long-Term Functional Follow-Up. Orthop Surg 2020; 12:505-514. [PMID: 32124530 PMCID: PMC7189041 DOI: 10.1111/os.12651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2019] [Revised: 02/05/2020] [Accepted: 02/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Objective To evaluate the functional outcomes of arthroscopic anatomical repair of anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) in the treatment of chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI) during medium‐ and long‐term follow‐up. Methods From September 2014 to August 2017, the data of 37 patients (23 males, 14 females; 12 left ankles, 25 right ankles) aged between 21 and 56 years, with an average age of 32.17 ± 6.35 years, presenting with CLAI, was retrospectively analyzed. Among them, 32 injuries were caused by sprain and five injuries were caused by car accidents. The course of the disease lasted for 12 to 60 months, with an average of 26.07 ± 13.29 months. All patients had intact skin around the ankle and no skin lesions. All patients underwent arthroscopic anatomical repair of ATFL, with the fixation of one to two anchors. Pre‐ and post‐operative visual analogue scales (VAS), the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society Ankle‐Hindfoot Score (AOFAS), and the Karlsson Ankle Functional Score (KAFS) were compared to evaluate the curative effect of the operation. Results The operation was successful in all 37 cases. The operation time ranged from 40 to 75 min, with an average of 51.25 ± 11.49 min. After surgery, all incisions healed in stage I and there were no complications such as nerve, blood vessel and tendon injury, implant rejection, or suture rejection. Hospital stays of postoperative patients were 3 to 5 days, with an average of 3.77 ± 1.36 days. All patients were followed for 24 to 45 months, averaging 33.16 ± 10.58 months. For three patients with CLAI combined with mild limitation of subjective ankle movement, joint activity was normal after rehabilitation function exercise and proprioceptive function training for 2 months. At the final follow‐up, ankle pain had disappeared completely. The ankle varus stress test and ankle anterior drawer test were both negative. Range of joint motion was good. There was no lateral instability of the ankle and all patients returned to normal gait. The mean VAS score decreased to 1.12 ± 0.13, the AOFAS score increased to 92.53 ± 4.87, and the KAFS score increased to 93.36 ± 6.15. All the follow‐up indexes were significantly different from those before surgery. Conclusion Arthroscopic anatomical repair of ATFL for CLAI is precise, with less surgical trauma and reliable medium‐ and long‐term effect.
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- Shi-Ming Feng
- Hand and Foot Microsurgery Department, Xuzhou Central Hospital, Xuzhou, China.,Xuzhou Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Hand and Foot Microsurgery Department, Xuzhou Central Hospital, Xuzhou, China
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- Hand and Foot Microsurgery Department, Xuzhou Central Hospital, Xuzhou, China.,Xuzhou Clinical College of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Hand and Foot Microsurgery Department, Xuzhou Central Hospital, Xuzhou, China
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- Hand and Foot Microsurgery Department, Xuzhou Central Hospital, Xuzhou, China
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Lau BC, Moore LK, Thuillier DU. Evaluation and Management of Lateral Ankle Pain Following Injury. JBJS Rev 2019; 6:e7. [PMID: 30153244 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.rvw.17.00143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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- Brian C Lau
- Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California San Francisco Medical Center, San Francisco, California
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- Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California San Francisco Medical Center, San Francisco, California
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- Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California San Francisco Medical Center, San Francisco, California
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Chen ET, Borg-Stein J, McInnis KC. Ankle Sprains: Evaluation, Rehabilitation, and Prevention. Curr Sports Med Rep 2019; 18:217-223. [PMID: 31385837 DOI: 10.1249/jsr.0000000000000603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Ankle sprains affect athletic populations at high rates. Athletes who suffer an ankle sprain frequently go on to develop persistent symptoms, resulting in significant resources spent toward treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention. A thorough clinical evaluation is necessary to ensure an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment prescription. This narrative review aims to present an approach to evaluation of high and low ankle sprains for athletes of all levels. The authors review the current evidence for ankle sprain treatment and rehabilitation. Strategies for prevention of recurrent sprains and return to play considerations also are discussed.
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- Eric T Chen
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Charlestown, MA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Charlestown, MA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Newton Wellesley Hospital, Newton, MA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Charlestown, MA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.,Department of Orthopedics, Division of Sports Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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Over the last 10 years, significant advances have been made and successful techniques have now been developed that effectively treat ankle instability via the arthroscope.Currently arthroscopic lateral ligament repair techniques can be grouped into "arthroscopic-assisted techniques," "all-arthroscopic techniques," and "all-inside techniques." Recent studies have proven these arthroscopic techniques to be a simple, safe, and biomechanically equivalent, stable alternative to open Brostrom Gould lateral ligament reconstruction.
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- Jorge I Acevedo
- Department of Orthopedics, Southeast Orthopedic Specialists, 6500 Bowden Road, Suite 103, Jacksonville, FL 32216, USA.
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Florida, 2nd Floor ACC Ortho Department, 655 W 8th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Blue Ridge Division of Emergeortho, Foot and Ankle Center, 2585 Hendersonville Road, Arden, NC 28704, USA
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Lopes R, Andrieu M, Cordier G, Molinier F, Benoist J, Colin F, Thès A, Elkaïm M, Boniface O, Guillo S, Bauer T. Arthroscopic treatment of chronic ankle instability: Prospective study of outcomes in 286 patients. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2018; 104:S199-S205. [PMID: 30245066 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2018.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2018] [Accepted: 09/03/2018] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is the main complication of ankle sprains and requires surgery if non-operative treatment fails. Surgical ankle stabilisation techniques can be roughly classified into two groups, namely, repair involving retensioning and suturing of the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) and calcaneofibular ligament (CFL) and reconstruction using a tendon graft. Arthroscopic repair and reconstruction techniques for CAI have been introduced recently. The objective of this prospective multicentre study was to assess the feasibility, morbidity, and short-term outcomes of these arthroscopic ankle-stabilisation techniques. MATERIAL AND METHODS Consecutive patients scheduled for arthroscopic treatment of CAI were included prospectively. Of the 286 included patients, 115 underwent ligament repair and 171 ligament reconstruction. Mean follow-up was 9.6 months (range, 6-43 months). We recorded the AOFAS and Karlsson scores, patient satisfaction, complications, and time to return to sports. RESULTS The overall patient satisfaction score was 8.5/10. The AOFAS and Karlsson scores improved significantly between the pre- and postoperative assessments, from 62.1 to 89.2 and from 55 to 87.1, respectively. These scores were not significantly different between the groups treated by repair and by reconstruction. Neurological complications occurred in 10% of patients and consisted chiefly in transient dysesthesia (with neuroma in 3.5% of patients). Cutaneous or infectious complications requiring surgical revision developed in 4.2% of patients. DISCUSSION Arthroscopic treatment is becoming a method of choice for patients with CAI, as it allows a comprehensive assessment of the ligament lesions, the detection and treatment of associated lesions, and repair or reconstruction of the damaged ligaments. These simple, reliable, and reproducible arthroscopic techniques seem as effective as conventional surgical techniques. The rate of cutaneous complications is at least halved compared to open surgery. CONCLUSION Arthroscopic ankle stabilisation repair and reconstruction techniques hold considerable promise but require further evaluation to better determine the indications of repair versus reconstruction and to obtain information on long-term outcomes.
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- Ronny Lopes
- Polyclinique de l'atlantique (PCNA), avenue Claude-Bernard, 44800 Saint-Herblain, France
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- Clinique Pont-de-Chaume, 330, avenue Marcel-Unal, 82000 Montauban, France
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- Clinique du Sport Bordeaux-Mérignac, 2, rue Georges-Negrevergne, 33700 Mérignac, France
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- Clinique des Cèdres, route de Mondonville, 31700 Cornebarrieu, France
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- CHP Saint-Grégoire, 7, boulevard de la Boutière, 35760 Saint-Grégoire, France
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- Clinique Mutualiste Catalane, 60, rue Louis-Mouillard, 66000 Perpignan, France
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- Hôpital privé d'Eure-et-Loir, 2, rue Roland-Buthier, 28300 Mainvilliers, France; Service de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologique, CHU Ambroise-Paré, AP-HP, groupe hospitalier universitaire Paris Île-de-France Ouest, 9, avenue Charles-de-Gaulle, 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, France
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- Clinique de Tournan, 2, rue Jules-Lefebvre, 77220 Tournan-en-Brie, France
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- Clinique Générale-Annecy, 4, chemin de la Tour-la-Reine, 74000 Annecy, France
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- Clinique du Sport Bordeaux-Mérignac, 2, rue Georges-Negrevergne, 33700 Mérignac, France
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- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologique, CHU Ambroise-Paré, AP-HP, groupe hospitalier universitaire Paris Île-de-France Ouest, 9, avenue Charles-de-Gaulle, 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, France.
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Inversion ankle sprains represent one of the most common traumatic injuries in the active sports population. Although most respond well to conservative treatment, some hide important lesions. Lateral ankle ligament injuries occur in more than 80% of all ankle sprains, with one-third of these developing chronic ankle instability (CAI). Lateral ankle ligament repair or reconstruction procedures aim to restore normal ankle anatomy and function in patients with CAI. Arthroscopic reconstruction techniques allow the surgeon to reach surgery objectives with minimal soft tissue injury. When the indications and surgical steps are respected, this arthroscopic technique seems to be safe and reproducible.
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- João Teixeira
- Departament of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Centro Hospitalar de Entre o Douro e Vouga, rua Dr. Cândido de Pinho, Santa Maria da Feira 4520-211, Portugal
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- Clinique du Sport, 2 rue Negrevergne, Bordeuax-Mérignac 33700, France.
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Jiang D, Ao YF, Jiao C, Xie X, Chen LX, Guo QW, Hu YL. Concurrent arthroscopic osteochondral lesion treatment and lateral ankle ligament repair has no substantial effect on the outcome of chronic lateral ankle instability. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2018; 26:3129-3134. [PMID: 29138920 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-017-4774-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2016] [Accepted: 10/30/2017] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of the study was to evaluate the effect of concurrent arthroscopic osteochondral lesion (OCL) treatment and lateral ankle ligament repair on the outcome of chronic lateral ankle instability. It was hypothesized that the arthroscopic OCL treatment might have some negative effect on the outcome of chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI) by compromising the rehabilitation program. METHODS Ankle arthroscopy and anatomic lateral ankle ligament repair with suture anchors were performed for 70 patients with CLAI between 2010 and 2012. Thirty-four patients (group A), 20 males and 14 females with a median age of 30(14-54) years, received arthroscopic abrasion, curettage, drilling, or microfracture for OCLs. The splint was removed daily for joint motion exercises beginning at post-operative 2 weeks and full weight bearing was allowed between post-operative week 8 and 12. The other 36 patients (group B) with no combined OCL were followed up as controls. Pre-operative and post-operative visual analog scale (VAS) scores, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) scores, Tegner scores, sprain recurrence, ankle stability, and range of motion (ROM) were evaluated and compared. RESULTS The median follow-up was 46.5 (38-55) months and 44.5 (38-56) months for group A and group B, respectively. The median post-operative VAS score, AOFAS score, and Tegner score were improved from the pre-operative level for both groups with good-to-excellent results for more than 90% patients. No significant difference was found between the two groups for the subjective scores and satisfaction rate (n.s.). Recurrent sprain was found among nine patients(26.5%) of the group A and five patients (13.9%) of the group B (n.s.). The incidence of the ROM restriction of group A was significantly higher than in group B (23.5 vs 5.6%, P = 0.043). CONCLUSIONS The concurrent arthroscopic treatment of OCL with lateral ankle ligament repair demonstrated no substantial negative effect on the overall mid-term outcome of the patients with CLAI except for a potential risk of ROM restriction. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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- Dong Jiang
- Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University Third Hospital, No. 49 North Garden Road, Haidian, 100191, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University Third Hospital, No. 49 North Garden Road, Haidian, 100191, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University Third Hospital, No. 49 North Garden Road, Haidian, 100191, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University Third Hospital, No. 49 North Garden Road, Haidian, 100191, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University Third Hospital, No. 49 North Garden Road, Haidian, 100191, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University Third Hospital, No. 49 North Garden Road, Haidian, 100191, Beijing, China.
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- Institute of Sports Medicine of Peking University Third Hospital, No. 49 North Garden Road, Haidian, 100191, Beijing, China.
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Participation in sports activity has increased significantly during the last several decades. This phenomenon has exposed orthopedic sports medicine surgeons to new challenges regarding the diagnosis and management of common sport-related injuries. Arthroscopy is becoming more commonly used in many of the surgical procedures for these injuries and carries the risk of complications. Wound and nerve complications make up the bulk of complications in most procedures. This article describes these complications associated with the common surgical procedures related to foot and ankle sport-related injuries and how to address and prevent them.
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Coetzee JC, Ellington JK, Ronan JA, Stone RM. Functional Results of Open Broström Ankle Ligament Repair Augmented With a Suture Tape. Foot Ankle Int 2018; 39:304-310. [PMID: 29420055 DOI: 10.1177/1071100717742363] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The Broström procedure is the most commonly used lateral ligament repair for chronic instability, but there is concern about the strength of the repair and the risk of reinjury. Currently, the InternalBraceTM ligament augmentation repair is an accepted augmentation method for management of a Broström procedure. Our hypothesis was that augmentation of the Broström repair with an InternalBraceTM would allow accelerated rehabilitation and return to activity and would aid in stability of the repair without a tendency to stretch. METHODS Eighty-one patients with lateral ankle instability procedures repaired with a Broström and InternalBraceTM augmentation were evaluated at a one-time postoperative visit between 6 and 24 months. Outcomes included demographics, surgical time, the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) Ankle-Hindfoot score, Veterans Rand 12-Item Health Survey (VR-12), Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM), Visual Analog Scale (VAS), satisfaction, and objective clinical measurements. Eighty-one patients were analyzed including 30 males and 51 females. Median age was 34 years (range, 18-62 years) with a median return for follow-up of 11.5 months (range, 6-27 months). RESULTS Average postoperative VAS and satisfaction were 0.8 ± 1.4 and 9.1 ± 1.6, respectively. Mean return to sport (n = 68) was 84.1 days. Average AOFAS Ankle-Hindfoot score was 94.3. A score of 90 or higher on the FAAM Sports subscale was seen in 79.0% of the subjects. The single-leg hop test (Limb Symmetry Index %) showed that 86.4% of patients returned to normal or near normal function. The tape measure method and ankle dorsiflexion comparisons showed a significant difference: 9.2 ± 3.3 cm (operative side) and 10.4 ± 3.7 cm (contralateral side) ( P = .034). Ankle plantar flexion comparison (goniometer) was 48.5 ± 11.5 degrees (operative side) and 49.7 ± 11.9 degrees (contralateral side), showing no difference ( P = .506). CONCLUSION These results suggest that InternalBraceTM augmentation of a Broström procedure is a safe and efficacious procedure that produces favorable outcomes in patients in terms of preventing recurrent instability in the ankle in the short term. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, case series.
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- J Chris Coetzee
- 1 Minnesota Orthopedic Sports Medicine Institute (MOSMI) at Twin Cities Orthopedics, Edina, MN, USA
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- 1 Minnesota Orthopedic Sports Medicine Institute (MOSMI) at Twin Cities Orthopedics, Edina, MN, USA
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Results of lateral ankle ligament repair surgery in one hundred and nineteen patients: do surgical method and arthroscopy timing matter? INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2017; 41:2289-2295. [DOI: 10.1007/s00264-017-3617-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2017] [Accepted: 08/09/2017] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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