[Therapy of chronic antero-lateral instability of the upper ankle and its results].
From 1970 to 1980, 157 modified Watson-Jones grafts were performed at the BG Unfallklinik Tübingen. The advantages and disadvantages of this procedure are discussed and compared with other surgical procedures. Follow-up examinations were possible in 119 patients. In all patients a significant improvement of the stability could be attained. The functional reduction of mobility appeared minimal. 46 of 64 athletes resumed full sports activities. 90% of the patients stated to be satisfied with the results.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000843:Ankle Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D007593:Joint Instability / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography
Die Therapie der chronischen antero-lateralen Instabilität des oberen Sprunggelenks und ihre Ergebnisse.