Ligament reconstruction (ankle)
Learn about Ligament reconstruction (ankle), including indications, steps, recovery, and risks.
Overview
Ankle ligament reconstruction stabilizes chronic ankle instability after repeated sprains.
Indications
Recurrent instability despite rehabilitation.
Procedure overview
Ligaments are repaired or reconstructed using native tissue or grafts.
Recovery
Immobilization followed by gradual rehabilitation over months.
Risks and complications
Stiffness, nerve injury, recurrence.
Alternatives
Bracing and physical therapy.
Ankle ligament reconstruction stabilizes chronic ankle instability after repeated sprains.
Indications
Recurrent instability despite rehabilitation.
Procedure overview
Ligaments are repaired or reconstructed using native tissue or grafts.
Recovery
Immobilization followed by gradual rehabilitation over months.
Risks and complications
Stiffness, nerve injury, recurrence.
Alternatives
Bracing and physical therapy.